Production Engineer

K ’s Missile, Aviation, and Ground Systems (MAGS) division delivers mission engineering solutions for critical U.S. Army programs, specializing in aviation and ground systems, integrated air and missile defense, and threat and target systems. As a trusted partner of the U.S. Department of War, MAGS provides innovative, technology-driven solutions to enhance national security. With a global presence and a strong ethical framework, K  ensures secure, effective, and mission-ready capabilities worldwide.

A Production Engineer opportunity for the Search, Track Acquire, Radiate, Eliminate (STARE) Project Office.

As a Defense Systems Production Engineer, you will serve as a critical technical authority regarding the manufacturability, quality, and configuration of advanced defense systems. This role requires a rigorous focus on technical data validation, factory floor execution, and strict adherence to military standards to ensure the continuous and secure delivery of mission-critical hardware, software, and firmware.

• Review and approve Technical Data Packages (TDPs).
• Read, interpret, and validate engineering drawings, MIL-STDs, and specifications.
• Ensure end-to-end requirements traceability across the product lifecycle.

• Lead Configuration Management efforts across hardware, software, and firmware.
• Actively participate in and guide Configuration Control Boards (CCBs).
• Execute rigorous Configuration Status Accounting (CSA) to maintain system integrity.

• Conduct comprehensive factory floor audits.
• Oversee quality control processes and perform technical validations to ensure manufacturing baselines are met.

• Analyze defense manufacturing capabilities and industrial base issues.
• Implement and monitor Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) protocols to protect production continuity.

An active Secret security clearance OR the ability to obtain and maintain one which requires US Citizenship

• Applied knowledge of EIA-649 (Configuration Management).
• Applied knowledge of MIL-STD-31000 (Technical Data Packages).
• Applied knowledge of ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems).
• Deep understanding of defense manufacturing processes.
• Supplier risk mitigation and supply chain risk management.
• Hardware, software, and firmware integration methodologies.

At K , we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

K  is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.