Mechanical Engineer, Journeyman

Kairosinc

Newport (RI)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental and Vision Insurance

401K Plan with Employer Matching

Annual Discretionary Bonuses

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Certification reimbursement program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

KAIROS, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Newport, Rhode Island. The role involves designing and testing mechanical devices, reading blueprints, and working collaboratively in a team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years of professional experience. The estimated salary is between $90,000 and $125,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage, 401K matches, and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

3 years of relevant professional experience in mechanical engineering.
Proficient with CAD software and analysis tools.
Experience in systems engineering frameworks and reviews.

Responsibilities

Research, develop, design, and test mechanical devices.
Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
Investigate equipment failures and recommend remedial actions.

Skills

Customer relations skills

Analytical skills

Documentation skills

Strong work ethic

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ability to work independently

Detail oriented

Excellent communication skills

Adaptability to technology

CAD software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Analysis tools (structural, thermal)

Job description

KAIROS, Inc is searching for an energetic, experienced, and highly motivated Mechanical Engineer, Journeyman, to join our team. This position is contingent upon contract award. This position is onsite in Newport, Rhode Island.

Established in July 2013, KAIROS, Inc. is a growing Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in Life Cycle Program Management, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Logistics and Sustainment, Enterprise Platforms and AI, and Additive Manufacturing services focused on optimizing customers’ program performance and mission through proven methodologies and ethical practices. Our headquarters is in California, MD near Naval Air Station Patuxent River. We offer competitive salaries and benefits with outstanding growth potential.

This position will research, develop, design, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanical devices. The work will support power-producing machines such as electric generators, internal combustion engines, and steam and gas turbines. The position will also develop power-using machines such as refrigeration and air‑conditioning equipment, machine tools, material handling systems, elevators and escalators, industrial production equipment, and robots used in manufacturing.

Primary Duties

Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports.
Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements.
Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design, performance specifications, or environmental regulations.
Confer with engineers or other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, or provide technical information.
Investigate equipment failures or difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and recommend remedial actions.
Utilize computers to assist in efficiently performing computations, and by permitting the modeling and simulation of new designs as well as facilitating changes to existing designs.
Utilize Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) for design data processing and for turning the design into a product.

Skills and Qualifications

Strong customer relations, analytics, and documentation skills
Self-starter, highly motivated, strong work ethic with a commitment to quality
Microsoft office suite proficiency, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to work within a challenging, fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Ability to work independently
Ability to multi-task and meet competing, deliverable deadlines
Detail oriented
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to provide clear status and/or communicate issues
Ability to adapt to evolving technology
Proficient with CAD software and analysis tools (structural analysis, thermal analysis)
Experience with systems engineering framework 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 with design, development, installation, and maintenance of rackmounted communications systems, including aircraft and ship-based equipment

Education and Experience

Bachelor's level degree in Mechanical Engineering
3 years of professional relevant experience

Clearance: This position is subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. In order to complete the requirements for government security clearance investigation you must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to complete the full background investigation. This position requires an Active Secret Security Clearance.

Compensation

While skills, education, and experience are key factors, they are not the sole determinants of salary. Other determining factors include but are not limited to location, contract budgets and requirements, and government labor category guidelines. The estimated salary range for this position is $90,000 to $125,000. KAIROS also provides a comprehensive benefits package as additional employee compensation.

KAIROS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Benefits

KAIROS offers our employees a comprehensive benefits package consisting of: