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Mechanical Design Engineer
Mechanical Design EngineerKratos Defense • Dallastown, PA, United States
Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Kratos Defense • Dallastown, PA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION :

To determine and implement mechanical designs that meet cost and schedule objectives and customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

  • Designs shelters and mechanical modifications such as rack installations, ECU installations, entry panel installations, and miscellaneous ancillary items.
  • Attends job kick-off meetings and participates in design reviews with customers.
  • Reviews customer requirements, including specifications, Statements of Work, and interface drawings to ensure contract compliance.
  • Prepares and updates task lists.
  • Tracks schedules and budgets on assigned programs.
  • Issues long lead material.
  • Provides technical input to the CAD design team on various tasks.
  • Reviews and approves drawings.
  • Interfaces with other departments to resolve questions and technical issues.
  • Creates technical proposals, technical materials, and procurement specifications.
  • Supports the Sales department in proposal development and engineering estimates.
  • Reviews vendor / shop drawings, quotes, and proposals.
  • Resolves vendor issues and dispositions of the defective material.
  • Creates Cost Schedule Impact Logs (CSILs) for added scope.
  • Submits Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
  • Interfaces with customers and contracts to resolve customer-related issues.
  • Contributes to product improvement, new products, and product standardization.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS :

  • Other duties may be assigned.

    • SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY :

  • This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

    • KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :

  • Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
  • Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
  • Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
  • Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
  • Must have the ability obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (requires U.S. Citizenship).

    • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

  • Required : 4-year college / university education in technical field. (BSME / BSMET)
  • Desired Experience : 5+ years of professional engineering experience.
  • Experience with Auto-Cad, 3-D Modeling Software, etc.
  • Defense / DoD engineering background preferable.

    • WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

  • Office and manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
  • Ability to lift up to 10 pounds.
  • Ability to follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
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    Mechanical Design Engineer • Dallastown, PA, United States