Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Mechanical Engineering & Design Manager
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Plano, Texas, us, 75086
Job Description
Kratos engineers and deploys technology and systems that move national security forward, with the cost, speed, and reliability that make readiness certain. We are a trusted partner—driven by doing the right thing and achieving maximum success for our customers, our partners and ourselves. Kratos has an exciting opportunity for a
Mechanical Engineering and Design Manager . This professional manages the resources for mechanical engineering and design. They assign the mechanical engineers and designer to product development and project requirements.
The position is responsible for product performance and technical excellence of the mechanical design and all technical product documentation. This position is a combination of hands‑on management of design activities and personnel management. A key responsibility is ensuring that all work products meet the requirements for quality, technical, schedule, and cost while being performed in accordance with engineering requirements and standards.
The Mechanical Engineering and Design Manager is also responsible for performing the annual employee reviews and for managing the budget to be approved for company mechanical design and drafting tools. Additionally, the role supports Business Development and reports to the VP of Engineering.
Responsibilities
Provide technical oversight and guidance to designers and engineers. Review tooling and product design methodologies, drawings, and design review packages (PDR, CDR, MRR) to ensure operational success. Coordinate with other functional groups throughout the design and manufacturing process.
Monitor performance. Manage and escale all design issues (technical, schedule, and financial). Communicate status of design efforts, highlight conflicts, and recommend solutions. Lead and/or support technical reviews at the design level. Lead, plan and schedule product design activities working with program management, engineering functional leaders, and management.
Design Strategy Development. Establish and implement design strategies aligned with company goals, including product roadmaps, technical specifications, and design methodologies. Work with Product Line and Business Development to generate proposal estimates for NRE (design labor, tooling costs & lead times etc.) and product costs.
Standardize and improve design processes. Develop and ensure consistent execution of standard practices, methods, and design software and analytical tools. Implement lessons learned, standard practices, best practices, and continuous improvement plans. Lead initiatives and plans to improve design technology, strategic capability, and capacity. Monitor effectiveness and execution of our work standards.
Change Management and Sustaining Engineering. Responsible for the change process and approval or rejection of requests. Manage priorities and ensure timely completion. Support mechanical product lifecycle issues and sustainment activities when escalated. This may include supplier evaluations and obsolescence planning.
Team leadership. Manage and lead a team of mechanical engineers and designers, overseeing their work, assigning tasks, providing mentorship, and evaluating performance. Own requisition process, manage hiring and training and allocate resources. Conduct 1:1’s and reviews ensuring direct reports have effective development plans and goals.
Supports the Product Engineering organization through the following behaviors:
Customer Focus
Decision Quality
Optimize Work Processes
Ensures accountability
Builds effective teams
Drives engagement
Demonstrates self‑awareness
Instills trust
Experience And Skills
10+ years engineering
BS in Mechanical Engineering or other engineering equivalent
Proficiency in 3D CAD software and associated PLM software (e.g., Solidworks) and analysis tools (ANSYS Mech)
Strong proficiency in drawing generation, with the ability to apply and review GD&T. Thorough knowledge of mechanical design and documentation requirements.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials selection for satellite communication applications
A broad understanding of engineering, manufacturing, cost, and schedule execution, scope management, and risk management is required.
Demonstrated experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFMA) principles and mistake‑proofing is required.
Ability to work with Microsoft Project and Office Products.
Good communication skills. Good reasoning abilities. Sound judgment.
Experience with project management methodologies and ability to meet tight deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance if required.
Preferred Skills And Experience
Extensive experience in mechanical design and development within the aerospace industry, preferably with satellite communication systems.
Competitive salary based on experience and education
Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings—from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long‑haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And, we always deliver.
This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date Job Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity /affirmative action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. EEO Is The Law Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858‑964‑2916. Any inquiries not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency The company 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.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
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Mechanical Engineering and Design Manager . This professional manages the resources for mechanical engineering and design. They assign the mechanical engineers and designer to product development and project requirements.
The position is responsible for product performance and technical excellence of the mechanical design and all technical product documentation. This position is a combination of hands‑on management of design activities and personnel management. A key responsibility is ensuring that all work products meet the requirements for quality, technical, schedule, and cost while being performed in accordance with engineering requirements and standards.
The Mechanical Engineering and Design Manager is also responsible for performing the annual employee reviews and for managing the budget to be approved for company mechanical design and drafting tools. Additionally, the role supports Business Development and reports to the VP of Engineering.
Responsibilities
Provide technical oversight and guidance to designers and engineers. Review tooling and product design methodologies, drawings, and design review packages (PDR, CDR, MRR) to ensure operational success. Coordinate with other functional groups throughout the design and manufacturing process.
Monitor performance. Manage and escale all design issues (technical, schedule, and financial). Communicate status of design efforts, highlight conflicts, and recommend solutions. Lead and/or support technical reviews at the design level. Lead, plan and schedule product design activities working with program management, engineering functional leaders, and management.
Design Strategy Development. Establish and implement design strategies aligned with company goals, including product roadmaps, technical specifications, and design methodologies. Work with Product Line and Business Development to generate proposal estimates for NRE (design labor, tooling costs & lead times etc.) and product costs.
Standardize and improve design processes. Develop and ensure consistent execution of standard practices, methods, and design software and analytical tools. Implement lessons learned, standard practices, best practices, and continuous improvement plans. Lead initiatives and plans to improve design technology, strategic capability, and capacity. Monitor effectiveness and execution of our work standards.
Change Management and Sustaining Engineering. Responsible for the change process and approval or rejection of requests. Manage priorities and ensure timely completion. Support mechanical product lifecycle issues and sustainment activities when escalated. This may include supplier evaluations and obsolescence planning.
Team leadership. Manage and lead a team of mechanical engineers and designers, overseeing their work, assigning tasks, providing mentorship, and evaluating performance. Own requisition process, manage hiring and training and allocate resources. Conduct 1:1’s and reviews ensuring direct reports have effective development plans and goals.
Supports the Product Engineering organization through the following behaviors:
Customer Focus
Decision Quality
Optimize Work Processes
Ensures accountability
Builds effective teams
Drives engagement
Demonstrates self‑awareness
Instills trust
Experience And Skills
10+ years engineering
BS in Mechanical Engineering or other engineering equivalent
Proficiency in 3D CAD software and associated PLM software (e.g., Solidworks) and analysis tools (ANSYS Mech)
Strong proficiency in drawing generation, with the ability to apply and review GD&T. Thorough knowledge of mechanical design and documentation requirements.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials selection for satellite communication applications
A broad understanding of engineering, manufacturing, cost, and schedule execution, scope management, and risk management is required.
Demonstrated experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFMA) principles and mistake‑proofing is required.
Ability to work with Microsoft Project and Office Products.
Good communication skills. Good reasoning abilities. Sound judgment.
Experience with project management methodologies and ability to meet tight deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance if required.
Preferred Skills And Experience
Extensive experience in mechanical design and development within the aerospace industry, preferably with satellite communication systems.
Competitive salary based on experience and education
Kratos is valued for our ability to design and deliver leading edge, resilient solutions for aerospace communication, control, awareness and mission success across a continuum of offerings—from commercial to tailored custom solutions and integrated programs. Customers trust us to stay relevant and know we are in it for the long‑haul. We bring both the capability and confidence that our customers value and depend on. And, we always deliver.
This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date Job Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Paid Time-Off (PTO)
Holidays
Education Reimbursement
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity /affirmative action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. EEO Is The Law Disability Accessibility Accommodation If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply to our careers site, please send your request to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858‑964‑2916. Any inquiries not related to requesting an accommodation will be discarded.
Pay Transparency The company 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.
Job Applicant Privacy Notice For applicants in the EU and California residents, please review our privacy notice.
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