Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 5 days ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer - AN/SPY-1 Organic Prototyping Capability
Crane, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expKratos Defense and Security Solutions is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the Navy’s AN/SPY-1 Organic Sustainment Capability Prototype OTA. This role involves conceptual and detailed design, structural and thermal analysis, and integration support for radar subsystem prototyping, ensuring that mechanical solutions meet Navy requirements.
ConsultingCyber SecurityGovernmentInformation TechnologyNational SecurityPublic SafetySatellite CommunicationSecurity
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop conceptual and detailed mechanical designs for SPY-1 radar subsystem components (antenna, transmitter, signal processor)
Conduct structural, thermal, vibration, and environmental analyses to ensure compliance with Navy/DoD standards
Support reverse-engineering of legacy or obsolete components to enable organic sustainment
Design fixtures, tooling, and support equipment for prototyping, handling, and testing of radar assemblies
Collaborate with systems, electrical, and test engineering teams to integrate mechanical requirements into prototypes
Provide technical input during Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings and manage assigned action items
Prepare engineering documentation, including drawings, analysis reports, specifications, and configuration-controlled artifacts
Support program reviews, milestone events, and Navy design evaluations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; Master's degree preferred
Minimum of 10 years of mechanical design and analysis experience in defense, aerospace, or radar systems
Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools (SolidWorks, Creo, ANSYS, or equivalent)
Demonstrated knowledge of MIL-STD-810, ASME standards, and DoD environmental/structural qualification requirements
Experience with design for manufacturability and sustainment of complex electro-mechanical systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work in cross-functional teams
Active DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain)
Preferred
Prior experience with AN/SPY-1 radar, AEGIS Combat System, or other large phased-array radar programs
Background in obsolescence mitigation, depot-level repair, or reverse-engineering efforts
Familiarity with NSWC Crane test environments or Navy sustainment facilities
Experience in DoD acquisition programs, including DoDI 5000.88 engineering processes
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement
Company
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions provides mission critical engineering, IT services, and war fighter solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$943.8MKey Investors
United States Air Force
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President and CEO
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SVP,Corporate Development & Government Affairs
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