Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Mechanical Engineer - SPY-1

Crane, IN 47522In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; Master's preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years in mechanical design and analysis, particularly in defense or aerospace systems.
  • Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools like SolidWorks, Creo, or ANSYS.
  • Knowledge of MIL-STD-810 and ASME standards related to environmental/structural qualifications.
  • Prior experience with AN/SPY-1 radar or related phased-array radar programs.
  • Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

  • Develop mechanical designs for SPY-1 radar subsystem components.
  • Conduct structural and thermal analyses to ensure Navy compliance.
  • Support reverse-engineering of legacy components for sustainment.
  • Design tools and support equipment for radar assembly prototyping.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for mechanical integration.
  • Provide input in IPT meetings and manage action items.
  • Prepare engineering documentation and reports for evaluations.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continued work in Phase 2 prototyping.
  • Up to 10% travel for collaboration and review events.
Full Job Description
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: Kratos is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the Navy's AN/SPY-1 Organic Sustainment Capability Prototype OTA. This role will focus on conceptual and detailed design, structural and thermal analysis, and integration support for radar subsystem prototyping. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams of subsystem SMEs, test engineers, and program managers to ensure mechanical solutions meet Navy requirements and enable long-term sustainment of the AN/SPY-1 radar fleet through 2065. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Develop conceptual and detailed mechanical designs for SPY-1 radar subsystem components (antenna, transmitter, signal processor). • Conduct structural, thermal, vibration, and environmental analyses to ensure compliance with Navy/DoD standards. • Support reverse-engineering of legacy or obsolete components to enable organic sustainment. • Design fixtures, tooling, and support equipment for prototyping, handling, and testing of radar assemblies. • Collaborate with systems, electrical, and test engineering teams to integrate mechanical requirements into prototypes. • Provide technical input during Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings and manage assigned action items. • Prepare engineering documentation, including drawings, analysis reports, specifications, and configuration-controlled artifacts. • Support program reviews, milestone events, and Navy design evaluations. • Experience in HVAC System Design or related field • Knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics • Knowledge of material science and reliability engineering fundamentals KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: • Prior experience with AN/SPY-1 radar, AEGIS Combat System, or other large phased-array radar programs. • Background in obsolescence mitigation, depot-level repair, or reverse-engineering efforts. • Familiarity with NSWC Crane test environments or Navy sustainment facilities. • Experience in DoD acquisition programs, including DoDI 5000.88 engineering processes. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: • Travel: Up to 10% (support to NSWC Crane, industry teammates, and review events). • Period of Performance: Immediate start aligned to Phase 1 of the OTA, with continuation opportunities in Phase 2 prototyping. • Reporting: Reports to the Indiana Site Director with matrixed support to the SPY-1 Program IPT. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; Master's degree preferred. • Minimum of 5 years of mechanical design and analysis experience in defense, aerospace, or radar systems. • Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools (SolidWorks, Creo, ANSYS, or equivalent). • Demonstrated knowledge of MIL-STD-810, ASME standards, and DoD environmental/structural qualification requirements. • Experience with design for manufacturability and sustainment of complex electro-mechanical systems. • Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work in cross-functional teams. • Active DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).

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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