Design Engineer III

Summary The Design Engineer’s role is to conceptualize, design, develop, test, and support deployment of aerospace and flight worthy structures, mechanisms, mechanical products and systems. The primary focus of this position is leading design efforts, with an emphasis on supporting new business development efforts. About Us Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible. 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 mechanical engineering group while leading in all aspects of design Conceptualize, design, and develop structures, mechanisms, and mechanical systems in accordance with customer requirements and customary standards Create 2-D mechanical layout drawings and 3-D solid model conceptual drawings Perform required mechanical engineering calculations and analysis of designs to ensure their safe operation in meeting designated requirements Verify calculations and analysis work of peers and junior engineers. Leads design efforts on systems and sub-systems. Document requirements for performance, compliance with customer requirements, plans, test procedures, test reports, and any other contractual specifications Review designs for cost, manufacturing, and quality assurance issues Create formal or informal engineering drawings, bill of materials, manufacturing system requirements, and inspection/quality assurance specifications in accordance with appropriate standards and specifications Support manufacturing, quality assurance, assembly, testing, and deployment of designs from concept to delivery. Provide technical support internally and externally Support proposal/presentation preparation and business development activities Support bench and field-testing of mechanical elements and systems Mentor and resource for more junior engineers 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 4-7 years aerospace and/or defense experience Solid understanding of multiple engineering technologies Proven experience in leading design of robust hardware Detailed knowledge of design-based military and commercial specifications Proficient in SolidWorks, and experienced in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Knowledge of CAD/CAE tools relevant to mechanical systems design Must be a U.S. Citizen, and hold or be able to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Karman Space & Defense