Aerospace Mechanical Engineer (Supporting the AFRL)
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We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer at Air Force Research Laboratory (ARFL), Edwards, AFB, CA. ASRC Federal on the ASTROS Contract supports the Nation’s Premier Test Facility. ASTROS supports a wide range of Propulsion Test Support. We need a Mechanical Engineer to support a new Project that will move from designing, building to testing a customer’s asset. This will be an exciting opportunity to assist and shape the next generation of propulsion.
Key Role:
Receive assignments from Senior Engineer or Project Manager and work to completion providing status updates as needed
The ability to perform an advanced structural analysis on the integrity of a test fixture, support structures, flooring or support systems, like buildings.
Must be able to assess structures for safety, quality and adherence to regulations and clearly communicate findings and provide detailed work in the findings.
Visit Technician team on the test pad ensuring work is progressing as planned
May be required to serve as part of the Test Team
Must be able to develop relationship with buildup crew and create a strong team environment
Work independently and communicate progress
Must understand and analyze static and dynamic loads including wind, rain, seismic activity, temperature and traffic and how these loads affect structural components and systems
Familiar with piping, flanges and other systems related to test hardware ensuring structural compatibility with intended loads during a test campaign
Write and edit Work Authorizations for technicians to complete work assignments
Provide routine briefings to Senior Engineer, Site Scheduler, Customers and Program Management of all assigned tasks related to Test Facility Build up
Assist in supporting senior leadership during a test readiness review prior to receiving customer’s permission to test
Must have the ability to maintain a professional demeanor
Must have effective written and verbal communication skills
Basic Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- BA Degree
- Must be a US Citizen to meet government contract requirements.
- Must be able to obtain a Security Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience using MS OneNote, Teams and SharePoint.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.
EEO Statement
ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.
Other details
- Job Family Engineering & Support Services
- Job Sub-Family Mechanical Engineering
- Pay Type Salary
- Min Hiring Rate $78,159.00
- Max Hiring Rate $132,907.00
- Edwards AFB, CA, USA