Aerospace Electromagnetic Motor & Generator Design Engineer
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Florida, NY, United States
Job Description
Are you looking for an exciting career with an industry leading turbomachinery/jet engine aerospace engineering company with cutting edge products, unique niche markets, and a highly skilled expert workforce? Then you have come to the right place!
Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT), a Kratos Turbine Technologies company, is a world‑class turbomachinery company located in beautiful Jupiter, Florida, USA. We employ 300+ engineers and technicians with over 4,000 combined years of aero engine (military and commercial), industrial and space turbomachinery experience. We specialize in next‑generation technologies for aircraft engines, rocket turbopumps and industrial power equipment, and focus on the development and production of small, affordable, high‑performance jet engines for cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems.
We provide a one‑stop shop with capabilities in design, aerodynamics, performance, heat transfer, secondary flow, rotor dynamics and bearing design, structural analysis and life predictions, manufacturing, testing, and field support. Our Turbine Technologies division also provides engineering services, testing services and material solutions for military and commercial engines, space propulsion and industrial power‑producing applications.
Additional offices in Derby, UK and Wildau, Germany extend FTT’s reputation for engineering excellence to the European marketplace and provide access to a European supply chain and next‑generation manufacturing capabilities.
Our parent company, Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, leverages cross‑industry capabilities to deliver innovative, cost‑saving solutions for all its 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 Motor Engineer will be responsible for the requirements definition, design, analysis, procurement and test of permanent magnet or induction motors associated with gas turbine engines and components. The engineer may also be responsible for the specification and integration of third‑party motors and controllers into test applications.
Essential Job Functions
Apply knowledge of electromagnetics and turbine engine systems to develop component requirements documents.
Integrate first‑order designs into system‑level trade studies in coordination with a multidisciplinary team.
Design and assist with the development of new or modified electromagnetic motor or generator designs.
Support system‑level integration, design, analysis and documentation of electromagnetic machines.
Integrate optimization techniques to create optimal multidisciplinary system solutions.
Assist with 3D CAD modelling and product definition for motors or generators.
Coordinate with supply chain to acquire prototypes and production units.
Support checkout, test and qualification of prototype and production units in addition to integration with test rigs and other test hardware.
Other job duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Experience and Skills
Experience with 2D/3D electromagnetic design software.
Proficiency in 3D CAD and product definition design.
Strong experience in specifying off‑the‑shelf motors, generators, inverters and test equipment.
Experience with high‑level system design.
Ability to support hands‑on rig design and testing.
Experience with MATLAB and/or Python scripting.
Experience developing requirements documents and analysis packages.
Education and Experience
BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited school.
5+ years’ experience in electromagnetic system design and development in gas turbomachinery or related industry.
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
Office and/or manufacturing environment.
Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
Ability to perform repetitive motion (typing, mouse, phone, wrist rotation, using tools and equipment).
Travel Requirements
Yes, if applicable.
Job Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage.
Life/ADD and short/long‑term disability insurance.
401(k) savings plan.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Paid time‑off.
Holidays.
Education reimbursement.
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity, 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 work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEO Is The Law
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. Inquiries not related to 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.
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Are you looking for an exciting career with an industry leading turbomachinery/jet engine aerospace engineering company with cutting edge products, unique niche markets, and a highly skilled expert workforce? Then you have come to the right place!
Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT), a Kratos Turbine Technologies company, is a world‑class turbomachinery company located in beautiful Jupiter, Florida, USA. We employ 300+ engineers and technicians with over 4,000 combined years of aero engine (military and commercial), industrial and space turbomachinery experience. We specialize in next‑generation technologies for aircraft engines, rocket turbopumps and industrial power equipment, and focus on the development and production of small, affordable, high‑performance jet engines for cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems.
We provide a one‑stop shop with capabilities in design, aerodynamics, performance, heat transfer, secondary flow, rotor dynamics and bearing design, structural analysis and life predictions, manufacturing, testing, and field support. Our Turbine Technologies division also provides engineering services, testing services and material solutions for military and commercial engines, space propulsion and industrial power‑producing applications.
Additional offices in Derby, UK and Wildau, Germany extend FTT’s reputation for engineering excellence to the European marketplace and provide access to a European supply chain and next‑generation manufacturing capabilities.
Our parent company, Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, leverages cross‑industry capabilities to deliver innovative, cost‑saving solutions for all its 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 Motor Engineer will be responsible for the requirements definition, design, analysis, procurement and test of permanent magnet or induction motors associated with gas turbine engines and components. The engineer may also be responsible for the specification and integration of third‑party motors and controllers into test applications.
Essential Job Functions
Apply knowledge of electromagnetics and turbine engine systems to develop component requirements documents.
Integrate first‑order designs into system‑level trade studies in coordination with a multidisciplinary team.
Design and assist with the development of new or modified electromagnetic motor or generator designs.
Support system‑level integration, design, analysis and documentation of electromagnetic machines.
Integrate optimization techniques to create optimal multidisciplinary system solutions.
Assist with 3D CAD modelling and product definition for motors or generators.
Coordinate with supply chain to acquire prototypes and production units.
Support checkout, test and qualification of prototype and production units in addition to integration with test rigs and other test hardware.
Other job duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Experience and Skills
Experience with 2D/3D electromagnetic design software.
Proficiency in 3D CAD and product definition design.
Strong experience in specifying off‑the‑shelf motors, generators, inverters and test equipment.
Experience with high‑level system design.
Ability to support hands‑on rig design and testing.
Experience with MATLAB and/or Python scripting.
Experience developing requirements documents and analysis packages.
Education and Experience
BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited school.
5+ years’ experience in electromagnetic system design and development in gas turbomachinery or related industry.
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
Office and/or manufacturing environment.
Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
Ability to perform repetitive motion (typing, mouse, phone, wrist rotation, using tools and equipment).
Travel Requirements
Yes, if applicable.
Job Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage.
Life/ADD and short/long‑term disability insurance.
401(k) savings plan.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Paid time‑off.
Holidays.
Education reimbursement.
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity, 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 work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
EEO Is The Law
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. Inquiries not related to 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.
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