Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Electrical Systems Engineer
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States, 48326
Electrical Systems Engineer – Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Job Description 5‑D Systems, a KRATOS Company, is a growing defense contractor headquartered in Round Rock, TX with over twenty years of experience providing systems and software engineering for unmanned aircraft systems and systems engineering technical support to government program offices. 5‑D Systems seeks a highly motivated candidate to support design and analysis of turbomachinery power generation components, and electrical power and communications subsystems of unmanned aircraft vehicle propulsion systems. The candidate will work with engineering, industry primes, and DoD customers to research, develop, test, and document component and hardware improvements, performance testing, and advanced engineering problem‑solving for multiple programs and applications.
Key Responsibilities
Technical leadership across all phases of the development lifecycle.
Designing new ways to improve turbine‑generated electrical power to develop or improve electronic components, software, engine accessories, and turbine engine‑powered systems.
Analyzing customer air vehicle electrical system requirements, capacity, power budgets, component cost, and project needs to support project planning/management and systems engineering functions.
Performing detailed calculations to compute design, manufacturing, testing, and installation specifications.
Overseeing third‑party design, assembly, and testing to ensure the product as built meets the requirements.
Developing validation and acceptance testing procedures for electronic equipment and define operation and maintainability concepts.
Inspecting electronic equipment, instruments, and systems to ensure they meet standards and requirements.
Evaluating systems, troubleshooting, and recommending repair and/or design modifications.
Planning and developing applications and modifications for electronic properties used in parts and systems to improve technical performance.
Creating and delivering technical presentations for design reviews and system engineering technical reviews (SRR/PDR/CDR) both internally and to external customers.
Communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience and Skills Basic Qualifications
9+ years’ experience and a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
Proficiency and practical knowledge with AC and DC electrical theory, electric motors, permanent magnet generators/alternators, power generation, and electrical system instrumentation, controls and communication as they relate to gas turbine engines and propulsion systems.
Skills in developing analytical models and providing effective analysis results.
Skills in using electronic and analog test equipment to make measurements and troubleshoot electronic components and systems.
Skills in interpreting simulation and test data and arriving at practical solutions.
Skills in processing numerical data, conducting data reduction and preparing technical findings and reporting.
Knowledge of electrical design/CAE tools and analysis methods.
Skills in engineering software applications (CAD, FEA, LabView, C++, etc.).
Experience working in engineering R&D, test laboratories, engine test cells, and flight test ranges.
Technical and hands‑on proficiency with instrumentation, test equipment, and data acquisition systems.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills to support drafting and delivery of reports and deliverable data products.
Excellent interpersonal skills: experience integrating work in a team, interfacing with customers.
Desired Qualifications
Advanced engineering degree and specialized power generation/electronics experience.
Strong understanding of industry state of the art capabilities and practical design limitations.
Programming ability in MATLAB, C++, Python, and/or other industry‑standard scripts.
Experience with technical disciplines to include but not limited to: Aerodynamics, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Computer Science & Programming, Data Analysis, Flight Testing, and Flight Operations.
Familiarity with serial communication protocols (RS‑422/485, etc.) and controls systems.
Familiarity with electronics/software and EMI/EMC qualification testing standards (MIL‑STD‑810/DO‑160, MIL‑STD‑461, MIL‑STD‑464, DO‑178, etc.).
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
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
EEO Statement Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affimitive 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.
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 inquires 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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Job Description 5‑D Systems, a KRATOS Company, is a growing defense contractor headquartered in Round Rock, TX with over twenty years of experience providing systems and software engineering for unmanned aircraft systems and systems engineering technical support to government program offices. 5‑D Systems seeks a highly motivated candidate to support design and analysis of turbomachinery power generation components, and electrical power and communications subsystems of unmanned aircraft vehicle propulsion systems. The candidate will work with engineering, industry primes, and DoD customers to research, develop, test, and document component and hardware improvements, performance testing, and advanced engineering problem‑solving for multiple programs and applications.
Key Responsibilities
Technical leadership across all phases of the development lifecycle.
Designing new ways to improve turbine‑generated electrical power to develop or improve electronic components, software, engine accessories, and turbine engine‑powered systems.
Analyzing customer air vehicle electrical system requirements, capacity, power budgets, component cost, and project needs to support project planning/management and systems engineering functions.
Performing detailed calculations to compute design, manufacturing, testing, and installation specifications.
Overseeing third‑party design, assembly, and testing to ensure the product as built meets the requirements.
Developing validation and acceptance testing procedures for electronic equipment and define operation and maintainability concepts.
Inspecting electronic equipment, instruments, and systems to ensure they meet standards and requirements.
Evaluating systems, troubleshooting, and recommending repair and/or design modifications.
Planning and developing applications and modifications for electronic properties used in parts and systems to improve technical performance.
Creating and delivering technical presentations for design reviews and system engineering technical reviews (SRR/PDR/CDR) both internally and to external customers.
Communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Experience and Skills Basic Qualifications
9+ years’ experience and a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
Proficiency and practical knowledge with AC and DC electrical theory, electric motors, permanent magnet generators/alternators, power generation, and electrical system instrumentation, controls and communication as they relate to gas turbine engines and propulsion systems.
Skills in developing analytical models and providing effective analysis results.
Skills in using electronic and analog test equipment to make measurements and troubleshoot electronic components and systems.
Skills in interpreting simulation and test data and arriving at practical solutions.
Skills in processing numerical data, conducting data reduction and preparing technical findings and reporting.
Knowledge of electrical design/CAE tools and analysis methods.
Skills in engineering software applications (CAD, FEA, LabView, C++, etc.).
Experience working in engineering R&D, test laboratories, engine test cells, and flight test ranges.
Technical and hands‑on proficiency with instrumentation, test equipment, and data acquisition systems.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills to support drafting and delivery of reports and deliverable data products.
Excellent interpersonal skills: experience integrating work in a team, interfacing with customers.
Desired Qualifications
Advanced engineering degree and specialized power generation/electronics experience.
Strong understanding of industry state of the art capabilities and practical design limitations.
Programming ability in MATLAB, C++, Python, and/or other industry‑standard scripts.
Experience with technical disciplines to include but not limited to: Aerodynamics, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Computer Science & Programming, Data Analysis, Flight Testing, and Flight Operations.
Familiarity with serial communication protocols (RS‑422/485, etc.) and controls systems.
Familiarity with electronics/software and EMI/EMC qualification testing standards (MIL‑STD‑810/DO‑160, MIL‑STD‑461, MIL‑STD‑464, DO‑178, etc.).
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
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
EEO Statement Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affimitive 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.
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 inquires 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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