Kratos Defense and Security Solutions · 3 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer
Orlando, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelKratos Defense and Security Solutions is a leader in delivering innovative solutions for defense and security. The Mechanical Engineer role focuses on designing and analyzing mechanical systems, ensuring they meet project objectives and stakeholder needs while collaborating with various engineering teams.
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Responsibilities
Designs and integrates complex mechanical systems and components digitally before physical production
Performs stress and structural design analysis, including assessing the strength, durability, and safety of components under various stress conditions
Generates and collaborates in drawings, electronic models, and documentation used for manufacturing, integration, and testing
Performs functional analysis to decompose high-level requirements into detailed functions and allocate them to mechanical system elements
Identifies and assesses potential risks associated with designs and their manufacture and proposes mitigation strategies
Liaison with process engineers, systems engineers, and simulator designers to ensure integration of mechanical systems is feasible and achievable
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in the interpretation and creation of technical drawings and 3D models using CAD, Model Based Design (MBD), interface control documents, requirements specifications, and system models
Experienced in design for manufacturing and knowledge of common manufacturing methods
Proficiency in principles of solid mechanics, hydraulics, and materials
Must possess a working knowledge of ASME Y14.1 and Y14.5 GD&T standards
Awareness of risk management processes
Strong computer skills and experience with standard office software
BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a relevant technical field (significant work experience in mechanical design engineering may be substituted for education)
Preferred
Licensed Engineer, Professional Engineer or Engineering Intern/Engineer in Training (E.I or E.I.T) certificate
Experience with any combination of: Building Information Models (BIM), AutoDesk Revit, Deltek CostPoint, SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM, Jama requirements management, TipQA
Knowledge and/or experience with relevant quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001)
Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for data analysis or automation
Experience in test planning and execution for complex systems
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.
Founded in 1994
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2020 (1)
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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