Senior Design Engineer

Senior Design EngineerThe Senior Design Engineer performs a lead role in design and delivery of aerospace and flight worthy structures, mechanisms, mechanical products and systems. This position supports the engineering staff in all aspects of mechanical design from concept to development, validation and detailed design, requiring a fair amount of autonomy and hands-on activity. The primary focus of this position is design leadership, with an emphasis on supporting new business development efforts and mentorship of junior engineers, with minimal direct oversight required.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 & BenefitsMedical, Dental, VisionCompany Paid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement Savings PlanPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysTuition Reimbursement *What You Will DoSupports the engineering group while leading in all aspects of mechanical designConceptualizes, develops, and designs structures, mechanisms, and mechanical systems in accordance with customer requirements and customary standardsPerforms required calculations, analysis, and comprehensive tolerance stack-up analysesVerify calculations and analysis work of othersLeads design efforts on systems and sub-systems, often on multiple programs simultaneouslySupports proposal, quick-turn concept design and presentation efforts through CAD models and illustrationsGenerates Bill of Materials for Assemblies and complete drafting packages of designsSupports prototyping, hardware assembly, development testing and product qualificationMentor and resource for more junior engineersWhat We Are Looking ForB.S. or M.S. Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent in relevant experience and registrationTypically possesses 6+ years of experience in design of aerospace and/or defense systemsProven experience in designing robust hardware that has passed qualification testingDemonstrated proficiency in mechanical design, engineering, and drawing conventionsProficient in SolidWorks, and Geometric Dimensioning and TolerancingKnowledge of CAD/CAE tools relevant to mechanical systems designStrong mathematical skills, understanding of material properties, strength and stress formulasAbility to read drawings and technical diagrams, and work to verbal and written instructionsStrong computer skills, familiarity with common office applications and engineering toolsDetailed knowledge of design-based military and commercial specificationsSelf-motivated, able to multi-task, work independently on assignments with minimal oversight or direction, quality-oriented and safety consciousPossesses strong mechanical aptitude as well as creativity in solving problems; able to track overall goals and "see the big picture" while focusing on detailsExcellent communication and customer relationship skillsMust be a U.S. Citizen, and hold or be able to obtain a DoD SECRET clearanceEqual Opportunity EmployerEqual 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.