Kratos Defense and Security Solutions

Senior Design Analyst/Checker

Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • A.S. degree in Drafting and Design Technology or equivalent.
  • 10 to 12 years of relevant experience.
  • Expert knowledge of drafting methods, procedures, and techniques.
  • Proficient in CAD software, preferably Siemens NX or PTC CREO.
  • Working knowledge of PLM software such as Teamcenter or Windchill and SAP is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Create and modify detailed drawings from engineering sketches and layouts.
  • Ensure correctness and compliance of drawings with project input and standards.
  • Collaborate with engineers on model accuracy and design documentation.
  • Make recommendations and exercise initiative in decision-making.
  • Complete tasks resourcefully and effectively as a skilled specialist.
  • Prepare models and detailed drawings for complex parts and assemblies.
  • Generate parts lists/BOMs and manage large assemblies.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • Retirement plan with company match.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Flexible work schedules available.
Full Job Description
This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. FTT will require proof of status prior to employment.

General Job Summary:

The Senior Design Analyst - checker/modeler/drafter shall have an expert knowledge of drafting methods, procedures, techniques, and GD&T. Checks, creates and modifies detailed drawings using CAD hardware and software from sketches, layouts or notes provided by engineering. The analyst shall also possess a working knowledge of Siemens NX preferred or PTC CREO 3D CAD software. PLM software: Team Center or Windchill and SAP experience is desirable.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Duties are performed under minimal supervision.
  • Contributes design modifications to facilitate manufacturing operation or quality of product.
  • Checks drawing plots versus the project input for correctness and conformance to standards.
  • Works with engineers regarding model accuracy, design, drafting standards and ECN/ECR documentation.
  • Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative. Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions.
  • As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in resourceful and effective ways.
  • Determines methods and procedures on new assignments. May be informal team leader.
  • Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks.
  • Other job duties as assigned.


A Senior Design Analyst - checker/modeler/drafter must have the skills and experience to perform the following tasks:
  • Check/prepare models and detail drawings of complex parts.
  • Check/prepare models and drawings of complex assemblies and subassemblies.
  • Work closely with engineering to incorporate all requirements into a design.
  • Manage and prepare large assemblies, including parts list/BOM creation.
  • Comply with all related specifications in the preparation of product definition.
  • Comprehensive understanding of GD&T principles and ability to interpret and apply to complex to highly complex designs.
  • Prepare tolerance stack-ups of complex to highly complex designs.
  • Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties.
  • 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.
  • Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job.

Education and Experience:
  • A.S. degree in Drafting and Design Technology or equivalent is required.
  • 10 to 12 years of experience

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
  • Office/open cubicle environment.
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motion with wrists/hands (keyboarding, mouse, phones).
  • Ability to view and see drawings.

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
NASDAQ

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