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Mechanical Engineer-March 2024
Des Plaines
Mar 29, 2026
About Mechanical Engineer

  Job Description

  Kranze Technology Solutions develops complex cutting-edge aircraft avionics hardware and software systems supporting survivability, situational awareness, and digital interoperability for the United States military. KTS is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to design military grade components for aviation and ground use. Remote/teleworking is not available for this position.

  Responsibilities

  Design and generate assembly and manufacturing drawings for mechanical components ensuring to address Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM). 

  Work closely with Systems and Electrical Engineering organization to address performance requirements such environmental and EMI/EMC considerations.

  Support design, build and installation of mechanical components.

  Work closely with the Operations and Quality teams to ensure proper build of assemblies.

  Support proposal efforts to include budgetary and schedule estimates.

  Support remote site surveys onboard aviation and ground vehicles as required.

  Work closely with our Aircraft Integration Group (AIG) and Government engineers to identify potential installation locations and structural airframe requirements.

  Qualifications

  Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with five or more years of work experience; Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with two or more years of work experience.

  Previous experience with military aircraft mechanical hardware integration preferred.

  Proficient with ProE (preferred) or equivalent 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software.

  Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).

  Well-rounded knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

  Strong analytical, problem-solving skills.

  Strong written and oral communications skills.

  Ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

  Ability to multitask and prioritize.

  Ability to travel.

  Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance which requires a US Citizenship -sponsorship not available.

  About Kranze Technology Solutions

  Kranze Technology Solutions, Inc. is a defense industry small business company specializing in Infrared Countermeasures (IRCM) systems, digital interoperability and networking, and program support for the US Navy, US Marine Corps, and SOCOM. KTS provides hardware and software product development, systems of systems integration, system test and evaluation support, modeling and simulation analysis, and other engineering services to support the Warfighter. KTS offers a casual, flexible and entrepreneurial work environment with a close-knit team of dedicated leading professionals in multiple fields. KTS provides each team member significant opportunity to solve a wide variety of complex technical challenges in small teams while working hand in hand with our defense customers.

  Benefits

  Kranze Technology Solutions is proud to provide extremely competitive benefits to all full-time employees including:

  Comprehensive Leave plan (Paid Time Off).

  Comprehensive Health Care package including Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account (HSA), and more.

  Generous 401(k) retirement plan.

  Paid Overtime.

  Flex Time and Flexible Scheduling.

  Tuition Reimbursement options.

  Casual and relaxed work environment.

  KTS is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.  All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other segmenting characteristics protected by law. eeopost.pdf (dol.gov) (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf)    Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (dol.gov) (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)

  If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to:

  Human Resources

  847-737-7299

  [email protected]

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