Development Engineer I/II

Karman Space and Defense

$70K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 0-3 years in aerospace and/or defense
  • Understanding of engineering fundamentals
  • Familiarity with data acquisition systems and instrumentation
  • Basic knowledge of SolidWorks and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
  • Knowledge of military and commercial specs preferred
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance

Responsibilities

  • Support engineering team in mechanical system development projects
  • Assist in achieving client goals on time and within budget
  • Contribute to test planning and execution, including design and analysis
  • Help develop test procedures, plans, and reports, as well as data collection
  • Aid in business development and meeting customer needs
  • Interact effectively with technical staff for proposals and project performance
  • Express passion for aerospace and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
SUMMARY

The Development Engineer's role is to develop, test, and deploy aerospace and defense mechanical products and systems as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. The primary focus of this position is the development, design verification testing, and demonstration of advanced technologies in support of military and aerospace programs. The Development Engineer assists in all phases of a program including conceptual level design and analysis, proof-of-concept, prototype hardware design, fabrication, system testing, and full-scale system development.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement*


WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Supports the engineering team in planning and execution of projects requiring mechanical system development.
  • Assists in the completion of client goals on time, within budget and ensuring products conform to the highest standards of excellence in terms of accuracy, completeness, and presentation
  • Assists in test planning and execution: test design and analysis; writing procedures, test plans, and test reports; data collection and reduction
  • Supports business development and project performance efforts to meet customer needs
  • Effectively interacts with technical staff for proposal development and project performance
  • Passion for the aerospace industry and strong desire to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment


WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • B.S. or M.S. Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent in relevant experience and registration
  • Typically possesses 0-3 years aerospace and/or defense experience
  • Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals
  • Basic understanding of data acquisition systems and instrumentation
  • Basic understanding of SolidWorks and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
  • Knowledge of military and commercial specifications preferred
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen, and hold or be able to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance

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