Mechanical Engineer, Journeyman

KAIROS Inc•Great Mills, MD

3d•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

KAIROS, Inc. is seeking an energetic, experienced, and highly motivated Mechanical Engineer, Journeyman. The position provides engineering support to the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division Webster Outlying Field (NAWCAD WOLF), supporting the Unmanned Carrier Aviation (UCA) Program Activity with UCA Mission Control System (UMCS) engineering and design support activities. The engineer provides engineering and drafting support for UCA projects, developing and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering documentation. Work includes product integration, installation, interface design analysis, fielding, and operational maintenance documentation for program-specific drawings and documents consistent with UCA configuration management practices. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related area, or five additional years of work experience in lieu of the degree. Candidates must have three years of experience performing engineering functions related to military C6ISR Systems and an active Secret Security Clearance. The position is subject to a government security investigation; candidates must be U.S. citizens and eligible for access to classified information. The estimated salary range is $80,000 to $95,000. KAIROS provides a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Experience in engineering, analysis, and integration of equipment, systems, and subsystems.
Proficiency with CAD software and analysis tools, including structural and thermal analysis.
Experience with systems engineering frameworks and reviews such as System Requirements Review, Preliminary Design Review, and Critical Design Review.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, material selection, and design for manufacturability.
Experience designing, developing, installing, and maintaining rackmounted communications systems, including aircraft- and ship-based equipment.
Ability to interface professionally with peers at all levels and communicate effectively with project staff and team members from contractors and government entities.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong customer relations, analytical, and documentation skills.
Self-starter with strong motivation, work ethic, and commitment to quality.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced, team-oriented environment and independently.
Ability to multitask and meet competing deliverable deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, verbal, and written communication skills, including communicating status and issues clearly.
Ability to adapt to evolving technology.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related area; five additional years of work experience may substitute for the degree.
Three years of experience performing engineering functions related to military C6ISR Systems.
Must be a U.S. citizen and able to complete the full government background investigation for access to classified information.
Active Secret Security Clearance required.

Nice To Haves

Autodesk Inventor experience.
Familiarity with ASME Y14.000 drafting standard.

Responsibilities

Provide engineering and drafting support for UCA projects.
Develop and maintain mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering documentation.
Support product integration, installation, interface design analysis, and fielding.
Prepare operational maintenance documentation and program-specific drawings and documents consistent with UCA configuration management practices.

Benefits

Medical coverage.
Employer-paid dental, vision, basic life/AD&D, and short-term/long-term insurance.
Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
401(k) plan with employer matching.
Annual discretionary bonuses.
Paid time off.
Eleven paid holidays.
Certification reimbursement program.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Paid parental leave.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Rewards and recognition programs.
Community outreach events through the KAIROS Kares group.