Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical EngineerInsight Global is looking for a Mechanical Engineer for one of our clients onsite at Nellis Airforce Base in Nevada. This position is part of a team that provides on-site Modeling and Simulation (M&S) support to establish and deliver high-end Advanced Tactics, Training, and Test capability for Government personnel operating under USAFWC/ACC.What You Will DoPerform a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, or optical areas in support of 31st Combat Training Squadron's Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) training systems located at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada.Support the JSE engineering team to sustain, develop, test, and configuration manage flight simulators and associated mission debrief systems and tools, including simulator facilities and structures which includes various heating, cooling, and power systems.Perform operational testing on electrical and mechanical components upgrades to sustain JSE Man-in-the-loop (MITL) training devices with special focus on maintaining highest levels effectiveness and reliability standards.Install, calibrate, maintain, and repair JSE flight simulator cockpits and the associated support computer hardware and software infrastructure components.Perform changes and updates to flight simulators and support equipment as required.Perform required readiness checks on flight simulation equipment and instruments.Conduct and document preventative maintenance checks required for simulator and support equipment.Troubleshoot, repair, and document malfunctions of simulators and support equipment.Remove and replace faulty equipment and complete maintenance data collection records.Assist with installation and check-out of simulator and support equipment modifications.Work from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.Apply comprehensive knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting technical manuals or similar documents.Support real-time simulation development and Software-in-the-Loop and Hardware-in-the-Loop testing.Support peer reviews of simulation models, analysis tools, and other software modules as required.Develop and implement simulation software unit tests and other automated test scripts as required.Develop simulation tool and software documentation using company guidelines and best industry practice as required.Develop briefing materials on simulator readiness, maintenance status, and schedules.Facilitate rapid resolution of identified issues that impact operations thorough communication with task leads, program management, and other leadership, is required.Collaborate daily with System Administrators, Field Technicians/Engineers, and customer engineering and program management teams.Support development of simulation and analysis related data deliverables for briefings to engineering teams, program manager, and government customers.Perform other engineering duties as required.Compensation: $60-64/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.