Senior Design Analyst/Checker

Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT), a Kratos Turbine Technologies company located in Jupiter Florida is a world-class turbomachinery company, specializing in next-generation technologies for aircraft engines, rocket turbopumps and industrial power equipment and focused on the development and production of small, affordable, high-performance jet engines for cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

FTT with over 4000-man years of turbomachinery expertise and a deep bench of experience in each discipline, FTT has been growing steadily for 24 years. We provide a one-stop shop with capabilities in design, aerodynamics, performance, heat transfer and secondary flow, rotor dynamics and bearing design, structural analysis and life predictions, manufacturing, testing, and field support. Our Turbine Technology division also provides engineering services, testing services, and material solutions for military and commercial engines, space propulsion, and industrial power-producing applications.

Kratos Defense and Security leverages cross-industry capabilities to deliver innovative, cost-saving solutions for its customers.

FTTis home office is in Jupiter, Florida, where we employ over 180 engineers and technicians. Additional offices in Derby, UK and Wildau, Germany extend FTTis reputation for engineering excellence to the European marketplace and provide access to a European supply chain and next generation manufacturing capabilities.

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!iFTT is a growing world class turbomachinery company in beautiful Jupiter, Florida USA which employs 180 engineers and technicians with over 4,000 combined years of aero engine (military and commercial), industrial, and space turbomachinery experience.

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.

The Senior Design Analyst - 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. He/she 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.

• Duties are performed under minimal supervision.
• 10 to 12 years of experience.
• 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.

A Senior Design Analyst 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.

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.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Typically none.