Mechanical Integrator I

Calista Corporation • Huntsville, AL

12d

About The Position

The Mechanical Integrator assembles, installs, tests, troubleshoots, and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components supporting various military platforms. The position requires knowledge of mechanical principles, equipment, and shop practices, as well as the ability to interpret complex schematics, drawings, sketches, engineering blueprints, and modification instructions. The integrator works with the engineering team to provide input and ensure design intent is met on prototype builds.

The role performs fabrication and assembly tasks for mechanical and hardware assemblies, and uses machining, welding, measuring, and general fabrication shop tools and equipment. It requires accurate data entry, routine written reports and correspondence, clear communication of work completion to the Project Manager or Lead, and the ability to follow processes, work independently, and adapt to changing work requirements. The role has no supervisory responsibilities. Travel may be required to meet project customer requirements, and the employee must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, sketches, engineering blueprints, modification instructions, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Knowledge of mechanical fabrication and assembly, machining, and welding practices.
• Working knowledge of general fabrication shop tools and equipment.
• Ability to read a caliper, tape measure, and precision measuring tools.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations and shop math, including converting decimals to fractional equivalents.
• Beginner to intermediate computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn additional software.
• Ability to enter data accurately into databases and write routine reports and correspondence.
• Effective verbal and technical written communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with all levels of management and staff, work independently with minimal supervision, follow processes, and multitask.
• Trustworthiness and ability to handle confidential information.
• Analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, including communicating issues to management and regulatory agencies.
• Ability to pass drug and background screening.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
• Willingness to travel if needed to meet project requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Additional college or technical school coursework in a related skill set.
• At least six months of experience in aerospace, military, defense, manufacturing, assembly, or a similar background.
• Consistent leadership and communication skills, technical knowledge, and proactive involvement with people and processes may be considered for promotion to a lead role.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components.
• Fabricate and assemble mechanical and hardware assemblies for military ground support systems.
• Read and interpret drawings, sketches, engineering blueprints, and modification instructions to install, fabricate, and weld mechanical systems and components.
• Work with the engineering team and provide input to ensure proper intent on prototype builds.
• Use general machining and welding practices, fabrication shop tools, measuring tools, and equipment.
• Enter data accurately into databases and write routine reports and correspondence.
• Communicate work completion and relevant information verbally and in writing to the Project Manager or Lead.
• Follow processes, work independently with minimal supervision, multitask, and adapt to flexible work requirements.
• Travel if needed to complete customer requirements for the project.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED