Mechanical Engineer - SPY-1 with Security Clearance

Job Description Position Summary Kratos is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the Navy's AN/SPY

• 1 Organic Sustainment Capability Prototype OTA.

The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams of subsystem SMEs, test engineers, and program managers to ensure mechanical solutions meet Navy requirements and enable long-term sustainment of the AN/SPY-1 radar fleet through 2065.

• Develop conceptual and detailed mechanical designs for SPY-1 radar subsystem components (antenna, transmitter, signal processor).
• Conduct structural, thermal, vibration, and environmental analyses to ensure compliance with Navy/DoD standards.
• Support reverse-engineering of legacy or obsolete components to enable organic sustainment.
• Design fixtures, tooling, and support equipment for prototyping, handling, and testing of radar assemblies.
• Collaborate with systems, electrical, and test engineering teams to integrate mechanical requirements into prototypes.
• Provide technical input during Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings and manage assigned action items.
• Prepare engineering documentation, including drawings, analysis reports, specifications, and configuration-controlled artifacts.
• Support program reviews, milestone events, and Navy design evaluations.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical design and analysis experience in defense, aerospace, or radar systems.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools (SolidWorks, Creo, ANSYS, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated knowledge of MIL-STD-810, ASME standards, and DoD environmental/structural qualification requirements.
• Experience with design for manufacturability and sustainment of complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Active DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).

• Prior experience with AN/SPY-1 radar, AEGIS Combat System, or other large phased-array radar programs.
• Background in obsolescence mitigation, depot-level repair, or reverse-engineering efforts.
• Familiarity with NSWC Crane test environments or Navy sustainment facilities.
• Experience in DoD acquisition programs, including DoDI 5000.88 engineering processes.

• Travel: Up to 10% (support to NSWC Crane, industry teammates, and review events).
• Period of Performance: Immediate start aligned to Phase 1 of the OTA, with continuation opportunities in Phase 2 prototyping.
• Reporting: Reports to the Indiana Site Director with matrixed support to the SPY-1 Program IPT.

• 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