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Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 1 day ago

Engineering Drafter

Crane, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions is seeking an Engineering Drafter to support the SPY-1 Radar Program. The role involves providing technical drafting and documentation support for U.S. Navy radar systems and collaborating with various teams to ensure accurate drawing packages are created and maintained.

ConsultingCyber SecurityGovernmentInformation TechnologyNational SecurityPublic SafetySatellite CommunicationSecurity

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Prepare, update, and maintain detailed drawings for radar components, cabinets, arrays, phase shifter drivers (PSD), power supplies, waveguides, cabling, cooling systems, and electronic modules

Generate mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical drawings that align with U.S. Navy technical data requirements and applicable MIL-STDs

Translate engineering notes, depot repair observations, reverse-engineered components, and GFI technical manuals into formal drawing packages

Create or revise documentation supporting equipment harvesting, cabinet restoration, 2M-level repairs, and end-of-life component replacements

Build drawing packages to support reassembly, refurbishment, and test of radar equipment (e.g., SPY-1 or similar Navy systems)

Develop or update BOMs, install drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and cable harness documentation for radar subsystems

Work closely with radar engineers, field technicians, and manufacturing leads to resolve discrepancies and ensure technical accuracy

Integrate redlines from engineering walkdowns, ship checks, depot reviews, and government review cycles

Participate in drawing reviews, design reviews, and CM/DM boards

Maintain drawing control within CM/DM systems such as PTC Windchill or equivalent

Manage revisions, ECO/ECR workflows, and metadata updates to ensure compliance with program baselines

Ensure documentation aligns with MIL-STD-31000, NAVSEA drafting standards, and other applicable Navy data deliverables

Support creation of drawing packages required for Logistics Product Data (LPD), technical manuals, provisioning, maintenance procedures, and government deliverables

Ensure all drafting work meets DoD, NAVSEA, and program-specific formatting, marking, and classification requirements

Qualification

CAD proficiencyNavy radar systemsGD&T applicationConfiguration managementTechnical documentationCollaboration skillsAttention to detailProblem-solving skills

Required

Proficiency in CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CREO, or Inventor

Ability to read and interpret radar drawings, Navy technical manuals, schematics, block diagrams, wiring diagrams, and legacy MIL-SPEC documentation

Understanding of shipboard cable routing, enclosure design, radar cooling architecture, grounding/bonding standards, and EMI/EMC considerations

Familiarity with DoD/Navy technical data practices and configuration management workflows

Strong ability to apply GD&T and ASME Y14 drafting standards

Associate degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field OR equivalent hands-on engineering drafting experience

3+ years drafting mechanical and/or electrical components for defense, aerospace, naval, or radar systems

Experience creating drawing packages supporting manufacturing, repair, or sustainment activities

U.S. Citizenship required due to DoD contract obligations

Ability to handle sensitive and classified information per Navy and DoD requirements

Ability to support occasional travel to shipyards, government test sites, or radar facilities for walkdowns or data collection

Preferred

Experience working with legacy and modern Navy radar systems preferred (e.g., AN/SPY-1, SPS-49, SPQ-9B, illumination radars, signal processors, antenna arrays)

Prior experience supporting NAVSEA, PEO IWS, NSWC, defense contractors, or Fleet sustainment programs

Experience drafting components related to antenna arrays, signal processors, radar cabinets, or shipboard power systems

Background or familiarity with 2M repair standards, test stations, or electronics refurbishment is highly desirable

Experience producing drawings from legacy Navy technical data or incomplete documentation (reverse engineering)

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance (Top Secret preferred for some radar programs)