Engineer ll

Amro Fabricating Corporation•Gulfport, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This role is part of our Maritime Defense Systems business, which delivers integrated solutions with decades of proven performance across submarine, surface, and autonomous naval platforms supporting high-priority national defense programs. Our bow-to-stern capabilities include acoustic and sonar protection systems, propulsion systems, advanced composite structures, missile subsystems, canisters and launchers, and autonomous underwater vehicle subsystems. From concept through production, we combine engineering, materials expertise, specialized manufacturing, and large-scale testing to deliver mission-ready systems that reduce technical risk and support long-term operational performance. The Engineer II supports product and tooling development and provides hands-on engineering support throughout manufacturing. Working within Integrated Product Teams, this role contributes to material selection, part and tool design, work instructions, and production documentation to help deliver reliable products for United States Navy programs.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in composites, mechanical, civil, structural, chemical, aerospace, naval architecture, or another related engineering discipline.
Three to six years of experience performing similar engineering duties.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
A current U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.

Nice To Haves

Experience using SolidWorks for three-dimensional modeling and two-dimensional drawing development.
Internship or cooperative education experience.
Technical writing experience.
Hands-on fabrication experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Supports product development, tooling development, and manufacturing operations across multiple programs and engineering disciplines.
Designs parts, tools, and fixtures with guidance from a supervisor.
Develops manufacturing work instructions, inspection procedures, technical documentation, and reports with supervisory oversight.
Participates in production activities including drawing reviews, requirements matrices, tool design, drafting, procurement, machining, inspections, and objective quality evidence.
Collaborates with Integrated Product Teams to meet project requirements and objectives.
Provides technical input for proposals, schedules, budgets, and related program deliverables.
Applies Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to engineering designs and drawings.
Serves as a product owner for assigned projects when needed.
Interfaces with customers and subcontractors within assigned scope.
Supports development of three-dimensional models and two-dimensional drawings using computer‑aided design tools.