Kratos Defense and Security Solutions is hiring: CAD Designer in Dallastown

CAD Designer Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Join to apply for the CAD Designer role at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Job Overview Create cost effective design layouts, models and drawings that meet all customer requirements. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Create layouts, models and drawings to support production. Provide support to Engineers for design of basic shelters and mechanical and electrical modifications including rack installations, ECU installations, entry panel installations, lighting, power distribution and other ancillary items. Attend job kick-off meetings and participate in design reviews with customers as required. Review and understand customer specifications and Statements of Work, including Technical Data Package requirements for the program. Follow all CAD standards and procedures used by Gichner Shelter Systems. Meet CAD schedules and budgets. Provide support to CAD Operators. Review drawings for design. Follow configuration requirements for documentation control. Interface with other departments to support the project. Contribute to product improvement, standardization and department improvement projects. Assist in providing CAD estimates as required. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Resolve problems that are diversified and complex. Adapt methodology used when situation is not covered by established practice. Show expertise in one or two areas and demonstrate “out-of-box” creativity. Use considerable judgment in compiling facts and making decisions where recognized practice is inadequate for the situation. Generally, set own priorities; keep manager informed. Regularly take initiative to solve problems and organize projects. Provide work leadership and training to lower-level designers and operators. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY This position does not require supervisory responsibilities. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED Maintain sensitive and confidential information as required by government standards. Interact effectively with peers and supervisors. Interact appropriately with the public when necessary. Adhere to workplace rules. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 2 years technical training or equivalent experience. At least 3 years CAD design experience. 3D modeling experience. Advanced knowledge of Gichner products. WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Office environment. Ability to stand and sit for long periods of time. Perform repetitive motion (keyboarding, 10‑key, phones). Lift up to 10 pounds. Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Veterans, 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 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 inquiries 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr