MECHANICAL ENGINEER I

Job Title

MECHANICAL ENGINEER I

Location

Jacksonville, FL 32201 US (Primary)

Job Type

Full-Time

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

Up to 50%

Security Clearance

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Job Description

About LSI

LSI is an employee-owned company that employs dynamic teams of professionals - people with the finest technical expertise, a level of passionate creativity, and a truly visionary outlook who deliver innovative training solutions that exceed our customers' expectations. Everyone at LSI has a personal stake in our success. LSI has over 300 training support experts, engineers, and craftsmen on staff who develop state-of-the-art high-fidelity training devices, complex computer-based, highly interactive distributed learning products, and comprehensive, dynamic technical publications. LSI employee-owners collaborate to deliver training products and services for a myriad of programs and customers, using leading-edge technology and proven processes.

Mission
Our mission is to prepare our military and allies to be battle-ready through cutting-edge training products and services.

Vision
Our vision is to be the premier provider of military training solutions, renowned for our innovation and excellence. Through employee-ownership and teamwork, we will shape a future where every military service member is equipped to succeed in their mission.

Guiding Principles

ESOP Sustainability: We do everything within our control to meet project budgets and schedules, so our ESOP prospers.

Take Ownership: Each Employee-Owner takes ownership at the individual level for their words, actions, and results. Individual ownership breeds accountability. Accountability breeds trust. When we hold ourselves accountable and trust our fellow employee-owners to do the same, we realize success.


Clear Communication: We project confidence in our communication using unambiguous language and providing clear purpose and direction.

Pursuit of Excellence: We aggressively pursue continuous improvement both as teams and individual employee-owners. We strive to get better every day. There is no room for mediocrity.

Pride in Our Work: We know the value of our work and are proud of what we produce.

Customer Focus: Customers are both internal and external and we strive to give both our best efforts.

Assume Positive Intent: Assume others are well-intentioned in their actions and seek additional information about the circumstances to help solve problems. Assuming positive intent in all interactions is the key to building strong teams and working together to solve problems.

One Voice: Every Employee-Owner is expected to speak up if they have an idea for improvement or if they disagree with a potential course of action. Once a decision is made, the entire team commits to it and moves forward with one voice.

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General Summary

The Mechanical Engineer I is an entry level position that performs and assists in full lifecycle product development. Also assists in the creation of production drawings, checking designs to ensure they meet requirements set by customers and our own internal standards as well as providing technical guidance to manufacturing.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs and assists in full lifecycle product development (design, develop, test prototypes, manufacture, and implement).
• Designs systems and components for production drawings.
• Creates and evaluates conceptual designs.
• Designs with consideration for safety codes, standards, and best practice.
• Creates reports and product support documentation.
• Creates Engineering Change documentation.
• Troubleshoots and documents mechanical discrepancies on military land, air, and sea training systems.
• Recommends engineering design changes for product and process improvement.
• Participates in design reviews.
• Must be capable of safely handling government furnished equipment and materials.
• Must be available to work a standard weekly schedule with overtime as required.
• Develops knowledge of ASME Y14.100 & Y14.5 drawings.
• Develops knowledge of SolidWorks Product Data Management (PDM)
• Develops knowledge of various fabrication and assembly including metal machining, sheet metal fabrication, and welding.
• Develops knowledge of industry and military specifications for materials, parts, and processes.
• Develops creativity, innovation, and commitment to excellence with the ability to work in a diverse and fast paced environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have a working knowledge of SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software, SolidWorks is preferred.
• Understanding of core concepts including mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, materials science, etc.
• Must work well in a team environment.
• Must be able to travel.
• Must follow direction from mentor or lead.
• Must follow company standards and applicable industry standards.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint required.
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance when required by the contract.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Aerospace Engineering with applicable specialty (i.e. mechanical or design.)
• Prior military with aviation maintenance experience is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets.