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About this Mechanical Engineer role at KIHOMAC

KIHOMAC · Onsite · Layton, Utah, United States
  • 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 

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
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About KIHOMAC

Since our founding in 2003, KIHOMAC has established an outstanding track record of support for the requirements of our US Government customers, as evidenced by our portfolio of “Exceptional” rater Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System reports. Now, with over 325 employees, we have expanded our capabilities to include systems engineering services, reverse manufacturing and custom fabrication, engineering analyses, and sustainment solutions for aerospace vehicles. Come join us!

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