Description: School: Engineering Job Status: Full-time FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Chair, School of Engineering Grade/Level: M.S./Ph.D. Amount of Travel Required: None Work Schedule: Positions Supervised: None POSITION SUMMARY Benedictine College invites applications from mechanical engineers to apply for a full-time position in the rapidly growing School of Engineering. This tenure-track position at Assistant or Associate Professor rank starts in January 2026. Benedictine College is an authentically Catholic liberal arts college that is proud of its Catholic tradition and is faithful to its mission to educate men and women within a community of faith and scholarship as a Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts, and residential college. Benedictine College is ranked by the Cardinal Newman Society as one of the top Catholic colleges in the nation, listed as one of America’s Best Colleges by US News & World Report, and named as one of the top twenty colleges in America by a First Things magazine study of more than 2,000 colleges and universities. Benedictine College is located in Atchison, KS, which is small town that is a short drive from larger cities such as St. Joseph, MO, and Kansas City, MO. The Benedictine College School of Engineering has recently completed a $25MM expansion and renovation of its engineering building, which provides state-of-the art facilities. The School of Engineering is growing rapidly and currently has 260 students, 13 faculty members, and 2 staff. It offers ABET-accredited degrees in chemical, civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering. Requirements: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responsibilities include teaching four classes per semester and engage in appropriate faculty service. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate should hold a M.S. or Ph.D. in mechanical engineering. He or she must be willing to teach a variety of mechanical engineering courses and laboratories as well as some general engineering classes. The candidate will be expected to contribute substantially to the development of the BC School of Engineering. Moreover, he or she is expected to exemplify the integration of the Catholic Faith with the engineering profession. Teaching and industrial experience are desirable. Applicants should submit the following to the application link below: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/1998676/Benedictine-College/AssistantAssociate-Professor-of-Mechanical-Engineering • An application letter that indicates clearly how the applicant will contribute to the aforementioned mission of the college • Curriculum Vitae • A statement of teaching philosophy and interest • A separate statement of how the applicant will integrate the Catholic Faith with the engineering profession. For questions concerning the position, please contact Patrick O'Malley, Professor and Chair of Engineering, at 913-360-7960 or pomalley@benedictine.edu. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Abilities Stand F Walk F Sit F Handling / Fingering O Reach Outward F Reach Above Shoulder F Climb N Crawl N Squat or Kneel O Bend O Push / Pull 12 lbs or less O 13-25 lbs N 26-40 lbs N 41-100 lbs N Lift /Carry 10 lbs or less O 11-20 lbs O 21-50 lbs N 51-100 lbs N Over 100 lbs N EOE
See More Details >>P & S Operator Job Summary As a Production and Services (P&S) Operator, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing plant. • Manage and maintain equipment including mixers, dryers, and starch processing units. • Perform routine maintenance tasks to prevent downtime and ensure efficiency. • Document work orders and reports accurately to track progress. • Obtain and maintain necessary licenses and certifications. • Handle hazardous materials safely and follow established protocols. • Work in confined spaces and at heights while adhering to health and safety regulations. • Maintain high standards of quality and sanitation, meeting AIB requirements. • Perform other duties assigned by management as needed. Requirements: • Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities effectively. • Excellent communication skills with ability to interpret instructions. • Experience working in a team environment under pressure to meet deadlines. • Strong mathematical skills and attention to detail for record-keeping and calculations.
See More Details >>Position: OCA-AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC with Security Clearance Duties As an AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC, WG-8602-10, you will troubleshoot malfunctioning engines and interrelated propulsion system components, determine degree of disassembly or certification required, repair or replace defective components, diagnostic computers and associated hardware. Analyze malfunctions using schematic and wiring diagrams, blueprints, manufacturer's specifications, computer diagnostics data, inspection findings, trending data and aircrew debriefs. Perform engine run operation on installed and uninstalled engines to troubleshoot malfunctions or verify findings. Remove and install engines and auxiliary power units. Operate, Automated Ground Test Systems (AGETS), trouble-shoot and repair aircraft jet engines. Troubleshoot, modify, repair, and perform sequential disassembly and assembly of gearboxes and auxiliary power units. Perform evaluations that must be accomplished at critical points in the repair/build-up process using a variety of quality characteristics, consisting of complete systems or components and assemblies that undergo many steps in a repair process and have highly critical tolerances. Perform test cell operation of engine and aircraft run up, analyzes operating parameters, make final adjustments and verify that engine is operating within acceptable parameters for safe operation in the aircraft. Perform other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: This position works on a 5/4/9 compressed work schedule that consists of a 5-day workweek, then a 4-day workweek (eight 9-hour days and one 8-hour day and an SDO, Scheduled Day Off) to complete the 80-hour pay period. Work schedule is subject to change based on mission requirements. Requirements Conditions of employment • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement. • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. • Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. • Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance within one year of appointment. Qualifications Military Grades: E1 through E5 Compatible Military Assignments: 2 AXXX GENERAL EXPERIENCE : Experience or training that has provided the ability to perform assembly and disassembly operations and make prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories in accordance with technical specifications, procedures and requirements. Experience using hand and power tools common to the trade. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Must have experience or training performing standard, routine assembly and disassembly operations and making prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories. Experience or training performing maintenance overhaul, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of aircraft engines, engine components, and power trains for fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft. Experience determining maintenance needed from work orders, inspection reports, historical record, and by own diagnosis. - This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until filled. Qualified applicants will be considered and referred bi-weekly. Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( ). Applicants hired into this position may qualify for a recruiting incentive.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Atchison, KS, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends practical experience with theoretical education, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 183,440 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with wages in Atchison, KS, averaging around $868 per week. The job outlook is promising, with a projected growth rate of 11% from 2023 to 2033, significantly outpacing the average growth rate for all occupations. Aspiring mechanical trade professionals can explore apprenticeship opportunities through trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild, leading to a rewarding career with the potential for substantial earnings, often surpassing $85,000 annually for experienced workers.
