Mechanical Engineering Technologist - Universal City, United States - Gana-A'Yoo, Limited

Description

Job Description

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST| KAIYUH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

JOB OVERVIEW

Kaiyuh Information Technologies, LLC (KIT) is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technologist to join our team at the Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) Randolph AFB. This position will support a military organization tasked to develop highly technical training and simulation capabilities for service members. The Mechanical Engineering Technologist will assist mechanical engineers in such activities as generation, transmission, or use of mechanical or fluid energy. They will prepare layouts of machinery or equipment or plan the flow of work and may conduct statistical studies or analyze production costs. They will perform as a member of a diverse project team to accomplish their work. A successful candidate will have experience using SOLIDWORKS and Autodesk Inventor software.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Analyze operational data to evaluate operations, processes, and products.
  • Perform hardware engineering, as well as Government program support tasks to include problem identification and resolution, data preparation, delivery, component, design, and specialty engineering; risk identification and mitigation; drafting drawings and models; fabrication and/or modification of assemblies; testing and evaluation; data management; and configuration management activities.
• Prepare specifications, designs, or sketches for machines and components.
  • Coordinate with Government personnel and management staff to provide requirements definition, clarification, prioritization, and design alternatives.
  • Plan, analyze, and develop hardware requirements for military training devices and simulator systems.
• Assist in the design, development and testing of mechanical components.
  • Assist Government engineers in the design, prototyping, and reconfiguring of mechanical assemblies.
• Assist in improving mechanical components and equipment.
  • Provide recommendations to improve mechanical designs, functionality, and structural integrity within the overall goals of the project.
• Review plans to ensure adherence to design specifications and compliance.
  • Review system engineering documentation for adequacy, completeness, and consistency
• Researches and develops prototypes.
  • Research and analyze new simulation and training systems program requirements, and their anticipated implementation strategies.
• Performs incidental tasks related to the position as well as various duties, as assigned, to support the overall objectives/goals of the team.

ABOUT YOU

• Associate degree in mechanical engineering or related field with combined ten (10) or more years' experience required; or bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field with combined five (5) years' experience required.
• Five (5) years' experience in using drafting and modeling packages such as AutoCAD/Autodesk Inventor/Creo/SOLIDWORKS, shop fabrication and manufacturing processes, and working with materials and material properties.
• Secret clearance (minimum Tier 1) strongly preferred; must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Ability to pass a background and drug screening.
• Demonstrated proficiency with CAD tools, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Project and a web collaboration tool such as SharePoint.
• Familiarity with the Government acquisition life cycle, program documentation, and interface with Government and military leadership preferred.
• Familiarity with Government documents (Statement of Objectives (SOO), Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS)), Independent Government Estimates and familiarity with FAR and DFARS provisions and clauses.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in research and development
• Experience in using or a desire to learn required software
• Experience supporting military customers
• Experience with Alaska Native Corporations (ANC's)

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

At KIT, we empower our employees in their careers. When you work with us, we will encourage you to follow your passions, and we promise to be committed to your safety, well-being, and professional development.

We treat our team members well - because it's the right thing to do, and because it makes good business sense. At KIT, you will contribute to our mission, making a difference in the lives of our Alaska Native shareholders community. We work with our clients to develop creative solutions with an emphasis on our respect for our land, culture, language, tradition, and one another.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

KIT is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religious beliefs, age, disability, U.S veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.