Engineering Technician - Mechanical

Wright-Patterson AFB (WPAFB), Ohio Provide mechanical engineering services in support of the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright‑Patterson AFB (WPAFB). Responsibilities Conduct field work, site investigations, and design calculations. Prepare layouts/models, detailed specifications, parts lists, and estimates. Design an idea or rough sketch of a desired concept into practical items of equipment and/or systems that can be economically manufactured using USACE and ASME Y14 Standards. Provide information on required parts, including material composition, dimensions, electrical and safety characteristics, possible procurement sources, and cost information. Produce workable designs from rough sketches or verbal descriptions, including design of mechanical components for high‑speed rotating machinery and lightweight structures involving sophisticated manufacturing and assembly procedures, and detailed technical drawings on HVAC systems. Design hardware for high‑pressure and high‑temperature fluid applications, low‑pressure fluid applications, and control and measurement instrumentation for process monitoring and control. Design, fabrication, modification, or installation of research equipment or facilities. Ensure that all tasks are designed for ease of maintenance, assembly, and reliability. Assure that designs and related engineering information are developed using appropriate CAD/CAE software or Microsoft Office Platform. Complete annual company and customer‑required training as required. Collaborate with the engineering team to produce the final design. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Associate degree in Mechanical Drafting or Mechanical Engineering; time in trade school or related post‑associate degree, college‑level, technical curriculum shall be considered equal experience time. 4+ years of mechanical engineering technician and drafting experience, including experience with mechanical layouts, building modeling, rendering, and space allocation such as office layouts. U.S. citizen. Background check required, must obtain and maintain a Public Trust/NACI. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficient with CAD/CAE or Microsoft Office Platform software. Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD. Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to comply with applicable codes and standards of the contract. Ability to pass customer security requirements. Ability to attend all customer in‑person meetings and conferences as required. Ability to self‑start and work independently or as a team. Ability to interact verbally and in writing with all levels of staff, government personnel, and management on a professional level. Strong problem‑solving skills. Ability to work nights and weekends as required. Travel up to 10% as required. #J-18808-Ljbffr