Kevin Kline
About Kevin Kline
Kevin Kline is a CAD Manager with extensive experience in CAD design and staff management, having worked for various companies including The Hershey Company and Delta Airport Consultants. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Leadership and has a background in the United States Air Force as an Electronic Signals Intelligence Analyst.
Work at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions
Kevin Kline has been serving as a CAD Manager at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions since 2020. In this role, he oversees the development and management of computer-aided design processes. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with company standards and enhancing the efficiency of CAD/CAM operations. Kline's leadership in this position emphasizes quality communication and intrinsic motivation, contributing to the successful direction of his team.
Previous Experience in CAD Design
Before joining Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, Kline held various positions in CAD design. He worked at The Hershey Company as a CAD Designer from 2014 to 2016, where he contributed to design projects in Hershey, PA. Prior to that, he was a CAD Technician at Delta Airport Consultants, Inc. from 2005 to 2011, gaining six years of experience in the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania area. His career also includes a role as CAD Manager/Designer at Graham Packaging from 2012 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Kline studied Organizational Leadership at Moody Bible Institute, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2011 to 2013. He also holds an Associate's degree in Drafting and Design Technology, which he completed from 2000 to 2002. His educational background supports his expertise in developing, implementing, and maintaining CAD/CAM standards within organizations.
Background in Engineering Management
Kline has experience in engineering management, having worked as an Engineering Manager/Designer at CBF Bakery Systems for seven months in 2016. This role followed his tenure as a CAD Draftsman at Navarro & Wright Consulting Engineers, Inc. from 2011 to 2012. His diverse background in engineering and design has equipped him with skills in staff management and team direction.
Military Service and Early Career
Before his career in CAD design, Kevin Kline served in the United States Air Force as an Electronic Signals Intelligence Analyst from 1998 to 2002. This experience provided him with a foundation in technical analysis and operational procedures, which he later applied in his civilian roles.