Mechanical Engineer II

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges JOB SUMMARY -ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES Under general supervision of a senior-level engineer, an Engineer II performs a variety of engineering tasks in design, development, manufacturing, testing, installation, integration, sustainment, operations, and maintenance of software, electronic, and/or mechanical equipment and systems Work will involve some evaluation, originality, or ingenuity and is generally performed as a member of a development, sustainment, or operations and maintenance team Employee will be responsible for performing the following functions/duties: • Conduct research and reference reading to assist higher-level engineers in obtaining technical information • Perform engineering tasks that are varied, with established deadlines, and may be somewhat difficult in character • Perform hand calculations to determine structural forces, stresses, and deflections • Perform finite element analysis using SolidWorks simulation software to verify stresses, loads and deflections for design • Have or be able to obtain CSWA (Certified Solidworks Associate) and CSWP (Certified SolidWorks Professional) • Produce engineering drawings for fabrication of designs • Will oversee fabrication of designs which may include gears, structures, welments or other custom machine components • Plan and carry out successive engineering steps and resolve technical problems by standard practices and techniques such as tolerance studies and design calculations • Support projects with limited scope or parts of more complex projects with detailed instructions on the intent and scope of the documents to be prepared • Generate sections of design specifications of more complex projects or complete specifications of less complex projects • Conduct laboratory investigations on equipment or systems, using computer-assisted test methods • Assist in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies • Study currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to the engineering specialty • Keep informed of currently approved standards, codes, and procedures applied to engineering specialty • Prepare, deliver, and submit technical presentations for in-process design and review meetings • Perform other job-related duties, as required DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Possess or be able to obtain CSWA (Certified SolidWorks Associate) and CSWP (Certified SolidWorks Professionals REQUIREMENTS -- EDUCATION, TECHNICAL AND WORK EXPERIENCE A Bachelor of Science in engineering from an ABET-accredited academic institution and two years of related engineering experience or an accredited Master of Science in engineering are required for this position In addition, an Engineer II must possess the following qualifications: • Professional knowledge of applicable engineering concepts and principles • Familiarity with related engineering fields • Practical knowledge of test methods and practices sufficient to perform routine to more complex engineering procedures and to prepare or make minor modifications of standard test procedures or test equipment work instructions • Working knowledge of computer systems and computer-based engineering tools • Planning/organizational skills and the ability to work under deadlines BENEFITS • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance • Benefits Active on Day 1 • Life Insurance • Health Savings Accounts/FSA's • Disability Insurance • Paid Time Off • 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match • JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution • 100% Immediate Vesting • Tuition Reimbursement OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in a typical office environment with no unusual hazards Occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds), constant sitting with occasional use of computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness are required Travel to remote company work locations may be required DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S citizenship Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment SCC: JENG17; JCORP12 Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled