{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"78ec206eb4fbbc5819d0d896","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/78ec206eb4fbbc5819d0d896","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/78ec206eb4fbbc5819d0d896","title":"Development Engineer I","description":"Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next‑generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War and its allies’ core mission priorities, and meet the accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130 space and defense programs.\n\nIn this role, you will support mechanical, thermal, and hydraulic test planning, setup, execution, and troubleshooting for the Test, Development, and Integration team. You will help deliver technically accurate aerospace projects on schedule and within budget while contributing to tooling and fixture improvements. Your work will play a key part in ensuring safe, reliable test processes and high-quality engineering results.\n\nSchedule\n\nThe work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.\n\nResponsibilities\n\nAssists with test planning, execution, and troubleshooting, including test design, analysis, development of test methods, fixtures, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems, and preparation of procedures, plans, and reports.\n\nSupports delivery of technically accurate aerospace projects by helping maintain schedule, budget adherence, and high standards of completeness and presentation.\n\nContributes to engineering project planning and execution for mechanical, thermal, and hydraulic systems.\n\nSupports continuous improvement of equipment and tooling through implementation of control systems.\n\nAssists with business development and project performance activities to meet customer needs.\n\nDemonstrates strong interest in aerospace and contributes in a fast-paced, hands-on engineering environment.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience and registration.\n\n0-3 years of aerospace or defense experience.\n\nSolid understanding of engineering fundamentals.\n\nBasic understanding of data acquisition systems and instrumentation.\n\nUnderstanding of hydraulic and thermal systems is a plus.\n\nExperience programming programmable logic controller (PLC) control systems.\n\nBasic understanding of SolidWorks and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).\n\nKnowledge of military and commercial specifications preferred.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nAnalytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills with strong attention to detail.\n\nAbility to define problems verbally and in writing.\n\nAbility to use common hand and power tools.\n\nPhysical Requirements\n\nConstant standing, walking, and sitting for at least 8 hours.\n\nPushing, pulling, lifting, bending, stooping, or carrying up to 50 lbs, minimum 35 lbs.\n\nOccasional reaching overhead, at shoulder level, and below shoulder level.\n\nUse of overhead gantry/hoist and occasional forklift driving.\n\nWearing hard‑toe shoes and safety glasses. The essential functions of this position must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.\n\nThis position requires U.S. person status under U.S. export control laws, including U.S. citizens and nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees.\n\nBenefits\n\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance\n\n401(k) with company match\n\nPaid time off\n\nHealth Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution\n\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\n\nCompany‑paid life and AD&D insurance\n\nShort-and long‑term disability coverage\n\nTuition reimbursement\n\nKarman Space and Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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