Job Description

Are you ready to embark on an exciting career with a leading turbomachinery and jet engine aerospace engineering company? At Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT), a Kratos Company we're not just about cutting-edge products; we're about shaping the future of aerospace innovation. If you're looking for a workplace that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and expertise, you've found your home!

Located in the stunning setting of Jupiter, Florida, FTT is a growing world-class turbomachinery company with a vibrant team of over 300 engineers and technicians, bringing together more than 4,000 years of combined experience in aerospace (military and commercial), industrial, and space turbomachinery. For 25 years, we've been at the forefront of next-generation technologies, specializing in rocket turbopumps, aircraft engines, and high-performance jet engines for cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

At FTT, we offer a comprehensive suite of services including design, aerodynamics, performance, heat transfer, rotor dynamics and bearing design, structural analysis, manufacturing, testing, and field support. Our Turbine Technologies division also provides innovative engineering services, testing, and material solutions for military and commercial engines, space propulsion, and industrial power applications.

With additional offices in Derby, UK, and Wildau, Germany, we proudly extend our reputation for engineering excellence to the European marketplace, enhancing our access to cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities and a robust supply chain.

Our parent company, Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, empowers us to leverage cross-industry capabilities, delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions that benefit our customers.

This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. FTT will require proof of status prior to employment.

General Job Summary:

The Senior Design Drafter/Modeler - checker/modeler/drafter shall have an expert knowledge of drafting methods, procedures, techniques, and GD&T. Checks, creates and modifies detailed drawings using CAD hardware and software from sketches, layouts or notes provided by engineering. The analyst shall also possess a working knowledge of Siemens NX preferred or PTC CREO 3D CAD software. PLM software: Team Center or Windchill and SAP experience is desirable.

Essential Job Functions:

• Duties are performed under minimal supervision.
• Contributes design modifications to facilitate manufacturing operation or quality of product.
• Checks drawing plots versus the project input for correctness and conformance to standards.
• Works with engineers regarding model accuracy, design, drafting standards and ECN/ECR documentation.
• Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative. Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions.
• As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in resourceful and effective ways.
• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments. May be informal team leader.
• Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Keyword: drafter modeler mechanical
Required Experience:

A Senior Design Drafter/Modeler- checker/modeler/drafter must have the skills and experience to perform the following tasks:

• Check/prepare models and detail drawings of complex parts.
• Check/prepare models and drawings of complex assemblies and subassemblies.
• Work closely with engineering to incorporate all requirements into a design.
• Manage and prepare large assemblies, including parts list/BOM creation.
• Comply with all related specifications in the preparation of product definition.
• Comprehensive understanding of GD&T principles and ability to interpret and apply to complex to highly complex designs.
• Prepare tolerance stack-ups of complex to highly complex designs.
• Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties.
• Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by company and government requirements.
• Communicate and interact effectively with peers, supervisors, and public, including maintaining respect for others, and following company policies.
• Have a willingness and ability to learn and utilize company technology for company required purposes, including, for example training, reviewing and signing policies and procedures, benefits enrollment and changes, and more.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain knowledge, skills, and abilities as it pertains to your job.

Education and Experience:

• A.S. degree in Drafting and Design Technology or equivalent is required.
• 10 to 12 years of experience

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

• Office/open cubicle environment.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion with wrists/hands (keyboarding, mouse, phones).
• Ability to view and see drawings.

From: Kratos Defense

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office

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