Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Electrical/Electronics Engineer I-IV

Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in Engineering (BS in Engineering Technology not accepted)
  • 5-7 years relevant experience for higher level positions
  • Experience with Power Generation and Distribution, 28VDC and 270VDC
  • Familiarity with Inertial Navigation and Global Positioning Systems (INS and GPS)
  • Proficient in Aircraft Actuators and Positioners

Responsibilities

  • Manage project timelines and budgets effectively.
  • Prepare engineering documentation including drawings and specifications.
  • Present design materials at technical interchange meetings.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction throughout project execution.
  • Support system testing and troubleshooting efforts.
  • Create and present test plans and reports.
  • Maintain a clean work environment and adhere to safety precautions.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and mentoring within the team.
  • Engage with complex projects that impact multiple systems.
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Exposure to advanced engineering practices in aerospace.
  • Potential for security clearance opportunities for U.S. citizens.
Full Job Description
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

Works Electrical/Electronics design and development projects and provides solutions to difficult engineering problems here at KUAS.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Manages effort and time within the budget and schedule provided for the task.
  • Understands customer requirements and prepares designs in accordance with customer and derived requirements.
  • Prepares formal, controlled engineering documentation (i.e. drawings, specifications, parts lists, interface control documents, test procedures, etc.).
  • Prepares and presents design review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers.
  • Ensures customer satisfaction in relation to projects.
  • Supports system testing, trouble shooting, and problem resolution.
  • Supports flight testing, data reduction, analysis, and reporting.
  • Prepares test plans and reports.
  • Follows safety precautions.
  • Ensures that the work area and equipment are kept clean.
  • Complies with established QMS procedures.
  • Other duties may be assigned.


Electrical/Electronics Engineer I
  • Acts as the Lead Electrical/Electronics Engineer per procedure for simple projects as assigned by Manager and/or Technical Lead.


Electrical/Electronics Engineer II
  • Acts as the Lead Electrical/Electronics Engineer per procedure for more complex projects as assigned by Manager and/or Technical Lead.
  • Acts as Test Director for electrical/electronics sub-assemblies and assemblies when necessary.
  • Mentors Level I Electrical / Electronics Engineers.
  • Prepares and presents design review and technical interchange material to customers.
  • Supports business development efforts both in preparation of quotes and proposals as well as sales efforts.


Electrical/Electronics Engineer III
  • Acts as the Lead Electrical/Electronics Engineer per procedure for very complex projects as assigned by Manager that affect multiple systems, involve several suppliers/teaming partners, and require frequent customer interface.
  • Acts as Test Director for electrical/electronics sub-assemblies and assemblies when necessary.
  • Prepares and presents design review and technical interchange material to customers.
  • Reports progress in meeting customer requirements periodically.
  • Mentors Level I-II Electrical/Electronics Engineers.
  • Provides direction and oversight, both technically and programmatically, to Electrical/Electronics Engineers.
  • Provides interface to other engineering design and development disciplines, ensuring that electrical/electronics requirements are addressed and satisfied during overall system integration.
  • Monitors and reports on customer satisfaction in relation to projects.
  • Supports business development efforts both in preparation of quotes and proposals as well as sales efforts.


Electrical/Electronics Engineer IV
  • Acts as the Lead Electrical/Electronics Engineer per procedure for very complex projects as assigned by Manager that affect multiple systems, involve several suppliers/teaming partners, and require frequent customer interface.
  • Acts as Test Director when necessary.
  • Prepares and presents design review material in support of technical interchange meetings with suppliers and external/internal customers.
  • Plans projects and executes to the plan with attention to detail.
  • Provides direction and oversight, both technically and programmatically, to Electrical/Electronics Engineers.
  • Provides interface to other engineering design and development disciplines, ensuring that electrical/electronics requirements are addressed and satisfied during overall system integration.
  • Manages the engineering team's effort and time within the budget and schedule provided for the task.
  • Reports project status periodically (actual budget/schedule vs. proposed budget/schedule).
  • Reports progress in meeting customer requirements periodically.
  • Mentors Level I-III Electrical/Electronics Engineers.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

COMPENSATION: $85,000 - $140,000

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Required:
  • Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards.
  • Ability to interact effectively with peers and supervisors.
  • Ability to interact appropriately with the public when necessary.
  • Ability to adhere to workplace rules.
  • Ability to effectively communicate professionally in writing or verbally with all levels of personnel.
  • Ability to travel as necessary to perform job duties.
  • Demonstrated passion for customer satisfaction.
  • Must have experience with Power Generation and Distribution, 28VDC and 270VDC.
  • Must have experience with Inertial Navigation and Global Positioning Systems (INS and GPS).
  • Must have experience with Aircraft Actuators and Positioners.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required:

Each successive level of Electrical/Electronics Engineer builds on the identified education and experience listed for the previous level(s) of Electrical/Electronics Engineer.

Electrical/Electronics Engineer I
  • Requires BS degree in Engineering ( Note: BS in Engineering Technology does not fulfill requirement )
  • Relevant experience and/or coursework preferred.
  • May be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).


Electrical/Electronics Engineer II
  • Requires BS degree in Engineering (Note: BS in Engineering Technology does not fulfill requirement)
  • 3 + years related experience in related engineering discipline.


Electrical/Electronics Engineer III
  • Requires BS degree in Engineering (Note: BS in Engineering Technology does not fulfill requirement)
  • 6 + years related experience in related engineering discipline.


Electrical/Electronics Engineer IV
  • Requires BS degree in Engineering (Note: BS in Engineering Technology does not fulfill requirement)
  • 11 + years related experience in related engineering discipline.


Preferred:

Each successive level of Electrical/Electronics Engineer builds on the identified education and experience listed for the previous level(s) of Electrical/Electronics Engineer.

Electrical/Electronics Engineer I
  • Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally to meet program requirements.


Electrical/Electronics Engineer III
  • 3+ years lead engineer experience in the aerospace industry.


Electrical/Electronics Engineer IV
  • 6+ years lead engineer experience in the aerospace industry.


WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Office and/or manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10-key, phones).
  • Frequent outside contact with customers and suppliers.
  • May work extended hours or weekends.
  • Employee may generate, handle, manage, or work around hazardous materials and hazardous wastes.
  • May be required to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with KUAS General Safety Training guidelines.


TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
  • May travel to support new business development and customer maintenance and travel to other KUAS locations.

About Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. provides mission critical products, solutions, and services in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Kratos Government Solutions, Unmanned Systems, and Public Safety & Security. The Kratos Government Solutions segment offers microwave electronic products, satellite communications, training systems, modular systems, and defense and rocket support services. The Unmanned Systems segment provides unmanned aerial, ground, and seaborne, as well as command, control, and communications systems. The Public Safety & Security segment designs, engineers, deploys, operates, integrates, maintains, and operates security and surveillance solutions for homeland security, public safety, critical infrastructure, government, and commercial customers. The company serves national security related agencies, the department of defense, intelligence agencies, and classified agencies, as well as international government agencies and domestic and international commercial customers; and critical infrastructure, power generation, power transport, nuclear energy, financial, IT, healthcare, education, transportation, and petro-chemical industries, as well as government and military customers. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.
Learn more about Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Size
3,300 employees
Market Cap
$1.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$79.6 million
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+8.4%
Revenue
$747.6 million
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