Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Inc.

Senior Project Engineer

Orlando, FL, US • Posted 3 hours ago • Updated 3 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

Depends on Experience

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Inc.

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Skills

Integration Testing
Management
Quality Assurance
Specification Gathering
Budget
Procurement
Regulatory Compliance
Project Lifecycle Management
Collaboration
Project Management
Project Scoping
Evaluation
Documentation
Industrial Engineering
Military
Training
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
DIS
HLA
VoIP
Scheduling
Microsoft Project
Leadership
Engineering Management
PMBOK
Autodesk Revit
JIRA
Requirements Management
Costpoint
Quality Management
ISO 9000
Scripting
Python
Data Analysis
Test Plans
Aerospace
Communication
Insurance

Summary

Job Description

Readiness Delivered. 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 Senior Project Engineer. The Senior Project Engineer coordinates and manages all technical aspects of a project, ensuring success in final integration, test, and delivery.

Defines and manages the overall technical scope of the project, interpreting client requirements, specifications, and applicable standards to develop comprehensive engineering execution plans and ensure alignment among various engineering disciplines
Supervise and lead assigned engineers (HW/SW/Test), design drafters, and systems engineers in all aspects of assigned scope and employee requirements
Oversees the development, review, integration, and test of all engineering deliverables, including drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical reports from various disciplines, ensuring consistency, quality, and compliance with project requirements
Coordinates and reviews engineering analyses performed by discipline engineers to ensure technical accuracy and validate design assumptions
Manages the technical aspects of procurement, including developing technical specifications for equipment and materials, evaluating vendor proposals, and ensuring selected vendors and items meet project and engineering needs
Facilitates the resolution of technical issues and challenges that arise during design, procurement, construction, installation and acceptance tests, coordinating input from various engineering disciplines and stakeholders.
Develops and manages technical scopes of work, monitors engineering progress against project schedules and budgets, identifies variances, and implements corrective actions as needed.
Provides engineering oversight and support during design, procurement, fabrication, construction, installation, and test through acceptance phases, ensuring adherence to design specifications, quality standards, and safety
Conducts or coordinates site inspections and progress reviews to monitor technical compliance, identify potential issues, and ensure work aligns with engineering designs and project objectives
Identifies and manages technical risks throughout the project lifecycle, developing mitigation strategies in collaboration with the project team
Serves as a key technical interface between the project management team, discipline engineers, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of technical information
Manages technical changes to the project scope, evaluating impacts, and ensuring proper evaluation, documentation, and approval

Experience and Skills

BS degree in Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial Engineering, or a relevant technical field
At least 5 years of job-related experience, ideally in fields related to aerospace and military training systems or similar high-tech environments
Ability to interpret and work with electrical and mechanical drawings, interface control documents, requirements specifications, and system models
Knowledge and understanding of software interface and integration requirements/standards (DIS/HLA, VOiP)
Strong computer skills and experience with standard office software.
Experience with scheduling tool (Microsoft Project)
Strong communication skills and experience with briefing senior leadership on status of program

Preferred Skills/Experience

Project or Engineering Management Certification (PMI, CPEM)
Experience with any combination of: AutoDesk Revit, Jira requirements management, Deltek CostPoint,
Knowledge and/or experience with relevant quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001)
Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python) for data analysis or automation
Experience in test planning and execution for complex systems

#LI-Onsite

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

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

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

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10152085
Position Id: 85347-367856
Posted 3 hours ago

Company Info

About Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Inc.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. develops and delivers a wide range of products, services and solutions that support government and commercial customers around the world. We specialize in delivering mission-critical systems, advanced technologies and engineering solutions in areas ranging from unmanned solutions to space systems, secure communications, C5ISR, training and more. With offices across the United States and in technology centers around the globe, our people are dedicated to solving complex challenges that demand creative, innovative thinking.

Kratos offers a competitive Benefits package including a 401(k) plan with an employer match and an employee stock purchase program.

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