Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 1 day ago
Design Associate Engineer
Jupiter, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expKratos Defense and Security Solutions is a leading turbomachinery and jet engine aerospace engineering company. The Design Associate Engineer role involves designing and analyzing aircraft electrical, mechanical, propulsion, and component structures, as well as conducting feasibility studies and testing on aircraft system designs.
ConsultingCyber SecurityGovernmentInformation TechnologyNational SecurityPublic SafetySatellite CommunicationSecurity
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Developing engineers will be mentored to have the technical background and sufficient knowledge to perform all phases of hardware design, development and documentation
Uses computer-aided design (CAD) to produce initial design and specifications for aircraft components
Conducts feasibility studies and testing on new and modified aircraft system designs
Documents changes through a formal engineering change notification process
Developing professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues
Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors
Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
Builds productive internal/external working relationships
Normally receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments
Other job duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills
Ability to make technical presentations internally and to customers
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Must be able to work with customers to define and document requirements, address technical concerns, and provide project status
Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements
Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies
Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment and changes, and more
Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
BS/MS in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering
Minimum 2+ years of related experience
Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time
Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, mouse, phones, rotating wrist, using tools/equipment)
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
2025-06-25Post Ipo Equity· $556M
2025-04-17Grant· $30M
2024-02-22Post Ipo Equity· $288M
Leadership Team
Eric DeMarco
President and CEO
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Ben Goodwin
SVP,Corporate Development & Government Affairs
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