Engineer ll

About the role

Karman Space & Defense is a leader in rapid design, development, and production of next‑generation system solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense and its allies. The Engineer II position supports product and tooling development and provides hands‑on engineering support throughout manufacturing within the Maritime Defense Systems business, delivering integrated solutions for submarine, surface, and autonomous naval platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support product development, tooling development, and manufacturing operations across multiple programs and engineering disciplines.
• Design parts, tools, and fixtures under supervisor guidance.
• Develop manufacturing work instructions, inspection procedures, technical documentation, and reports with supervisory oversight.
• Participate in production activities including drawing reviews, requirements matrices, tool design, drafting, procurement, machining, inspections, and objective quality evidence.
• Collaborate with Integrated Product Teams to meet project requirements and objectives.
• Provide technical input for proposals, schedules, budgets, and related program deliverables.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to engineering designs and drawings.
• Serve as product owner for assigned projects when needed.
• Interface with customers and subcontractors within assigned scope.
• Support development of three‑dimensional models and two‑dimensional drawings using computer‑aided design tools.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in composites, mechanical, civil, structural, chemical, aerospace, naval architecture, or a related engineering discipline.
• Three to six years of experience performing similar engineering duties.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• A current U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using SolidWorks for three‑dimensional modeling and two‑dimensional drawing development.
• Internship or cooperative education experience.
• Technical writing experience.
• Hands‑on fabrication experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule

For the first six months, the schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. After training is complete, the schedule transitions to Thursday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.