HVAC Mechanical Engineer

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 HVAC Mechanical Engineer III. The HVAC mechanical engineer will identify requirements and systems, perform design, and assist with development of test requirements to verify performance of chilled-water and forced air HVAC and related systems.

• Designs and integrates HVAC systems for integration with complex mechanical systems and components digitally before physical production
• Performs functional and performance analysis of heating, ventilation, and cooling design including assessment of the durability, and safety of components under various stress conditions
• Generates and collaborates in drawings, electronic models, and documentation used for design, manufacturing, integration, and testing
• Performs functional analysis to decompose high-level requirements into detailed functions and allocate them to mechanical system elements
• Identifies and assesses potential risks associated with designs and their manufacture and proposes mitigation strategies
• Liaison with process engineers, systems engineers, simulator designers, and manufacturing specialists to ensure integration of mechanical systems is feasible and achievable

Experience and Skills:* Proficiency with design of chilled-water and forced-air heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) in commercial or industrial applications

• Proficiency in the interpretation and creation of technical drawings and 3D models using CAD, Model Based Design (MBD), interface control documents, requirements specifications, and system models
• Experienced in design for manufacturing and knowledge of common manufacturing methods
• Working knowledge of NFPA 90A and 90B, SMACNA, and AMCA standards
• Working knowledge of applicable ASHRAE, NEC, and IBC standards
• Knowledge of risk management processes
• Strong computer skills and experience with standard office software.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a combination of engineering and related technical domains (e.g., industrial systems, simulation, building design, or the energy industry).

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Experience with naval or industrial power plants
• Experience working with standards governing design and construction of military facilities: Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS)
• Experience with any combination of: Building Information Models (BIM), AutoDesk Revit, Deltek CostPoint, SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM, Jama requirements management, TipQA
• Proficiency in any combination of: Fire Alarm and Suppression Systems (FASS), piping and valves, structural decking, industrial simulation
• Knowledge and/or experience with relevant quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001)
• Experience in test planning and execution for complex systems
• Coaching of and collaboration with other design and manufacturing professionals

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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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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