Job Description

Are you ready to embark on an exciting career with a leading turbomachinery and jet engine aerospace engineering company? At Florida Turbine Technologies (FTT), we’re not just about cutting-edge products; we’re about shaping the future of aerospace innovation. If you’re looking for a workplace that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and expertise, you’ve found your home!

Located in the stunning setting of Jupiter, Florida, FTT is a growing world-class turbomachinery company with a vibrant team of over 300 engineers and technicians, bringing together more than 4,000 years of combined experience in aerospace (military and commercial), industrial, and space turbomachinery. For 25 years, we’ve been at the forefront of next-generation technologies, specializing in rocket turbopumps, aircraft engines, and high-performance jet engines for cruise missiles and unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

At FTT, we offer a comprehensive suite of services including design, aerodynamics, performance, heat transfer, rotor dynamics and bearing design, structural analysis, manufacturing, testing, and field support. Our Turbine Technologies division also provides innovative engineering services, testing, and material solutions for military and commercial engines, space propulsion, and industrial power applications.

With additional offices in Derby, UK, and Wildau, Germany, we proudly extend our reputation for engineering excellence to the European marketplace, enhancing our access to cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities and a robust supply chain.

Our parent company, Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, empowers us to leverage cross-industry capabilities, delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions that benefit our customers.

This role is restricted to U.S. persons who are eligible for a U.S. Security Clearance. FTT will require proof of status prior to employment.

General Job Summary:

The engineering technician will have knowledge of aero gas turbine or turbopump assembly and related activities. Demonstrated ability to work developmental prototype assembly and test activities.

Essential Job Functions:

• Planning and execution of assembly of experimental aero gas turbines and pre-production rocket turbopumps.
• Plan tool and equipment requirements for assembly and test operations as well as maintain tool inventory.
• Review of assembly plans during the design phase.
• Assembly of aero gas turbines ranging in size from 200 lb-thrust to 40,000 lb-thrust.
• Documentation of all assembly steps, measurements, and deviations.
• Materials movement using overhead cranes and fork truck.
• Use of calibrated measurement instruments: calipers, height gages, micrometers, torque wrenches.
• Conduct preventative maintenance for the facility and major equipment.
• Assist in facility audits of maintenance and equipment condition.
• Update the interface control document for the Test and Assembly facilities as needed.
• Other job duties as assigned.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Experience And Skills

Education and Experience:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 or more years progressive experience in developmental gas turbine assembly and test environment.
• A&P certificate optional
  
  

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

• Work performed in a combination of office and lab environment.
• Some light physical effort required.
• Will be required to perform occasional lifting of light materials.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, reach, bend and move about the facility.
  
  

Personal Protective Equipment:

• When required in designated lab areas.
  
  

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Education Reimbursement

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vet, Disabled, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or any other protected class. All qualified job seekers are encouraged to apply. Kratos Defense is committed to America's veterans by providing opportunities for them to continue contributing after service to our nation. We also work to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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