Controls Engineer - Kratos Defense

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 growing world-class turbomachinery company located in beautiful Jupiter, Florida USA, which employs 300+ engineers and technicians with over 4,000 combined years of aero engine (military and commercial), industrial, and space turbomachinery experience. With a deep bench of experience in each discipline, FTT has been growing steadily for 25 years. We specialize in next-generation technologies for aircraft engines, rocket turbopumps, and industrial power equipment, and focuses on the development and production of small, affordable, high-performance jet engines for cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

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 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 FTTs 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 Controls Engineer will have responsibility for the design, integration, and test of data acquisition systems associated with gas turbine engines and components. The engineer will be implementing control theory and control systems software for test equipment and rigs.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Applies knowledge of electronic control systems to engine and engine component tests.
• Designs and assists in the development of new electro-mechanical systems and prototypes.
• Responsible for interpreting requirements, building data acquisition and control architectures, developing LabVIEW VI and control software, supporting testing and validation of products and prototypes.
• Create, test, and validate the LabVIEW based control and VI for the command and control center.
• Support the design and development of the test instrumentation, integration, and data acquisition systems.
• Uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
• Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
• Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Networks with key contacts outside own area of expertise.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Keyword: controls, control systems, gas turbine, turbomachinery, electronic control, labview
Required Experience:

• Demonstrated experience with control system software design and development.
• Engine/Component test support is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in integrating automated systems, actuators, valves, etc.
• Demonstrated systems engineering approach to manage production or development programs.
• Ability to work hands-on in a testing environment to develop control systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic small-company environment.
• Ability to engage industry experts, apply and integrate knowledge of other related engineering areas or experts to own area of expertise.
• Ability to capture requirements from customers and stakeholders and effectively estimate, communicate, and track integrated product team progress.
• Ability to collaborate with program managers, customers, and team members to assist in developing products that meet requirements.
• Possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the assigned duties, including computer skills.
• 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.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS/MS in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited school.
• 5+ years experience in control system software design and development in gas turbomachinery or related industry.
• LabVIEW programming experience is required.
• Experience with data acquisition and control.
• Experience in developing test cases and test procedures.

From: Kratos Defense