Mechanical Engineer

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Layton, UT, USA
In-Office
85K-100K Annually
Junior
Aerospace
The Role
Design and analyze aircraft components and tooling, create ASME-compliant drawings from 3D models, perform FEA, manage vendors and projects, support QA (ISO9001/AS9100D/NADCAP), write build/inspection instructions, and assist production under senior engineer supervision.
Summary Generated by Built In
  • Perform technical analysis associated with the assigned task area for problems with specific objectives and requiring investigation of a limited number of variables
  • Some exercise of judgment is required on task details and in making recommendations on technical alternatives, component design or selection, and/or adaptation to meet assigned requirements
  • Research and select materials based on customer’s strength requirements or tooling requirements
  • Create drawings from 3D Models in accordance with ASME standards
  • Reverse engineer parts and assemblies using standard Machine Shop Inspection tools and equipment to fill in missing or incorrect data in drawings
  • Manage projects and coordinate all procurement and fabrication to meet the program cost and schedule requirements
  • Utilize derived requirements to design aircraft components and perform FEA to prove sufficient strength
  • Select vendors based on capabilities and manage them throughout project’s timeframe
  • Adhere to quality assurance procedures and processes (ISO9001, AS9100D, and NADCAP)
  • Support continuous improvement
  • Write detailed build, assembly, inspection, and production instructions to assist the production team
  • Identify root cause and corrective action (RCCA) for discrepancies and deficiency
  • Utilize the lean manufacturing approach to make the manufacturing process more efficient
  • Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications
  • Support organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests
  • Perform duties under supervision of senior engineer(s)
  • Capable of following, performing, and recording the results of the execution of a test plan
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Training (both required and desired): 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or other relevant engineering or science discipline required

Experience:

  • 2+ years of professional experience in the required task area
  • Experience with:
    • Reading and interpreting government 2D drawings
    • Designing tooling to manufacture, repair, and assemble aircraft parts and other productsComposites manufacturing design preferred
  • Composites manufacturing design preferred
  • Experience with additive manufacturing preferred
  • Experience with NX and/or SolidWorks and the ability to Model complex, lofted aerospace parts preferred
  • Experience with tooling and fixture design, structural analysis, environmental systems or test a plus 
  • Experience with Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) and corrosion background preferred

Security:

  • Must be a US citizen
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

Physical Requirements:

  • Able to occasionally reach with hands and arms
  • Prolonged periods of computer screen use, while sitting or standing at a desk
  • Adhere to safety protocols when in work areas requiring use of PPE (e.g. eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, etc.)
  • Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time

Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources

Salary: 

The projected salary range for this position is $85,000 - $100,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or relevant engineering or science discipline
  • 2+ years of professional experience in the required task area
  • Experience reading and interpreting government 2D drawings
  • Designing tooling to manufacture, repair, and assemble aircraft parts
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance
  • Create drawings from 3D models in accordance with ASME standards
  • Experience with composites manufacturing design
  • Experience with additive manufacturing
  • Experience with NX and/or SolidWorks and ability to model complex, lofted aerospace parts
  • Experience with tooling and fixture design, structural analysis, environmental systems or test
  • Familiarity with ISO9001, AS9100D, and NADCAP quality procedures
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The Company
HQ: Reston, VA
298 Employees

What We Do

KIHOMAC is an aerospace and defense acquisition and technology company. Founded in 2003, KIHOMAC is a Veteran-Owned Small Business that provides system acquisition and life cycle management support to government agencies.

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