Job Description:
Kratos Defense is currently seeking an Engineering Drafter in support of the SPY-1 Radar Program in Crane, Indiana. The Engineering Drafter (Radar Systems / Navy Programs) provides technical drafting and documentation support for U.S. Navy radar systems, subassemblies, and shipboard equipment. This role converts engineering concepts, field-service findings, depot-level repair data, and legacy Navy technical documentation into accurate, configuration-controlled drawing packages. The Drafter collaborates with radar engineers, technicians, logistics teams, and manufacturing personnel to support modernization, sustainment, and restoration of Navy radar capabilities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Radar & Navy System Drafting
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Prepare, update, and maintain detailed drawings for radar components, cabinets, arrays, phase shifter drivers (PSD), power supplies, waveguides, cabling, cooling systems, and electronic modules.
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Generate mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical drawings that align with U.S. Navy technical data requirements and applicable MIL-STDs.
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Translate engineering notes, depot repair observations, reverse-engineered components, and GFI technical manuals into formal drawing packages.
Support for Sustainment, Harvesting & Depot Repairs
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Create or revise documentation supporting equipment harvesting, cabinet restoration, 2M-level repairs, and end-of-life component replacements.
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Build drawing packages to support reassembly, refurbishment, and test of radar equipment (e.g., SPY-1 or similar Navy systems).
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Develop or update BOMs, install drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and cable harness documentation for radar subsystems.
Engineering Collaboration
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Work closely with radar engineers, field technicians, and manufacturing leads to resolve discrepancies and ensure technical accuracy.
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Integrate redlines from engineering walkdowns, ship checks, depot reviews, and government review cycles.
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Participate in drawing reviews, design reviews, and CM/DM boards.
Configuration Management & Documentation Control
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Maintain drawing control within CM/DM systems such as PTC Windchill or equivalent.
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Manage revisions, ECO/ECR workflows, and metadata updates to ensure compliance with program baselines.
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Ensure documentation aligns with MIL-STD-31000, NAVSEA drafting standards, and other applicable Navy data deliverables.
Technical Data Generation & Compliance
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Support creation of drawing packages required for Logistics Product Data (LPD), technical manuals, provisioning, maintenance procedures, and government deliverables.
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Ensure all drafting work meets DoD, NAVSEA, and program-specific formatting, marking, and classification requirements.
Experience and Skills:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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Proficiency in CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CREO, or Inventor.
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Ability to read and interpret radar drawings, Navy technical manuals, schematics, block diagrams, wiring diagrams, and legacy MIL-SPEC documentation.
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Understanding of shipboard cable routing, enclosure design, radar cooling architecture, grounding/bonding standards, and EMI/EMC considerations.
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Familiarity with DoD/Navy technical data practices and configuration management workflows.
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Experience working with legacy and modern Navy radar systems preferred (e.g., AN/SPY-1, SPS-49, SPQ-9B, illumination radars, signal processors, antenna arrays).
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Strong ability to apply GD&T and ASME Y14 drafting standards.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
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Associate degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field OR equivalent hands-on engineering drafting experience.
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3+ years drafting mechanical and/or electrical components for defense, aerospace, naval, or radar systems.
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Experience creating drawing packages supporting manufacturing, repair, or sustainment activities.
DESIRED / PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
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Prior experience supporting NAVSEA, PEO IWS, NSWC, defense contractors, or Fleet sustainment programs.
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Experience drafting components related to antenna arrays, signal processors, radar cabinets, or shipboard power systems.
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Background or familiarity with 2M repair standards, test stations, or electronics refurbishment is highly desirable.
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Experience producing drawings from legacy Navy technical data or incomplete documentation (reverse engineering).
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Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance (Top Secret preferred for some radar programs).
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
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U.S. Citizenship required due to DoD contract obligations.
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Ability to handle sensitive and classified information per Navy and DoD requirements.
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Ability to support occasional travel to shipyards, government test sites, or radar facilities for walkdowns or data collection.
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Job Benefits:
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Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
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Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
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401(k) Savings Plan
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
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Paid Time-Off (PTO)
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Holidays
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Education Reimbursement
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Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
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Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
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401(k) Savings Plan
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
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Paid Time-Off (PTO)
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Holidays
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Education Reimbursement
Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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