Mechanical Jobs in Wichita, Kansas

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Mechanical Engineer II

Do you enjoy designing and developing innovative solutions to solve tough problems? Join our team to deliver technological solutions in a rapid and agile production environment. Our Mechanical engineers research, design, develop, test, certify, deploy and improve cutting edge products and services. These cover a very wide range from advanced mission payloads and electronic systems through highly integrated aircraft to orbital and space exploration systems. You'll conceptualize and deliver complex mechanical structures and systems and your technical duties include the design and development of new products and processes throughout the product lifecycle. The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for and involved in all aspects of aircraft 3D model creation and validation: • Work shoulder to shoulder with technicians gathering the data • Review, critique and approve data package deliverables from scanning team • Interface regularly with end users of data to receive and fulfill custom data requests • Lead and mentor younger engineers on your team Qualifications You Must Have: • Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and typically 2 or more years of relevant experience • Higher education may substitute for relevant experience • Practical Knowledge of engineering principles and practices • Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools • Familiarity working in multi-disciplinary design and development teams • The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required Qualifications We Prefer: • Experience applying and interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5 • Experience with Catia V5 • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry • Knowledge of industry-standard mechanical design principles, to include, but not limited to parametric design, model-based definition, material hardware selection, manufacturing, and production processes This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs. SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team! SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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Aerospace Mechanical Design Engineer — Hybrid

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Wichita. The role involves preparing documentation for aircraft modifications, coordinating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, proficiency in CATIA, and two years of relevant experience. Join a team that supports your growth and fosters a flexible work environment with attractive benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Mission Critical, Traveler

Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success. By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company's rewards, we've found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years. Our diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places everyday, and we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building perfection. JE Dunn's Advanced Facilities Group (AFG) combines Mission Critical, Advanced Industries, and Industrial & Manufacturing into one high-performing team focused on cutting-edge work to serve innovative clients on large Industrial & Manufacturing, Data Center, and Semiconductor projects. As part of the Advanced Facilities team, you'll work on some of the most advanced construction projects across the country, growing your career alongside our diverse team of industry professionals. Role Summary The M/E Engineer 3 will complete increasingly complex mechanical, electrical and field construction activities. This position will be responsible for collecting and assembling data, developing estimates and generating systems and bid analysis. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn. • Autonomy & Decision-Making: Makes decisions on routine matters, provides recommendations to supervisor and refers all exceptions to supervisor. • Career Path: Senior M/E Engineer. Key Role Responsibilities - Core ME ENGINEER FAMILY - CORE • Learns and actively participates in all aspects of the company's safety and quality plans and culture by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and mentoring others. • Completes entry level and routine mechanical, electrical and field construction activities. • Learns how to develop budgetary M/E estimates, based upon program and schematic design information using automated M/E estimating system. • Assists in the review of mechanical and electrical options as part of the preconstruction process and completes systems analysis for select projects. • Learns to develop the mechanical and electrical scopes of work used to coordinate during the bid process. • Assists in the completion of bid analysis and provides input during the subcontractor selection process. • Assists in developing sequencing requirements of various systems and providing solutions to meet the schedule requirements. • Gains knowledge of design documents in order to identify potential quality problems to assist in developing constructability review reports. • Learns to perform job inspections to ensure specifications and expectations are met and work is completed in a quality and timely manner. • Learns and assists with the shop drawing/submittal process to comply with the contract documents. • Assists with the commissioning process including developing pre-functional checklists, functional testing procedures and actual functional testing. • Leads, supports and promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion within JE Dunn. Understands JE Dunn's policy of non-discrimination and ensures positive, proactive implementation throughout the organization. Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core In addition, this position will be responsible for the following: • Completes increasingly complex mechanical, electrical and field construction activities. • Develops budgetary M/E estimates, based upon program and schematic design information. • Reviews mechanical and electrical options, completes systems analysis, recommends best system for the project and provides value engineering suggestions. • Coordinates the mechanical and electrical scopes of work during the bid process. • Develops sequencing requirements of various systems and provides solutions to meet the schedule requirements. Provides scheduling input during projects. • Reviews design documents and identifies potential quality problems. Helps develop quality control programs. • Performs job inspections at various times in the project to ensure specifications and expectations are met and work is completed in a quality manner. • Develops pre-functional checklists and functional testing procedures. Verifies contractor's performance of functional test. • Reviews and approves shop drawings prior to submitting to design team. • Generates and issues the Commissioning Plan for approval to the appropriate parties. • Verifies deficiencies are corrected and submits commissioning documentation to owners. • Provides mentoring to less experienced co-workers. • Creates M/E tools and innovative solutions to continuously improve processes and work products. • Leads, supports and promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion within JE Dunn. Understands JE Dunn's policy of non-discrimination and ensures positive, proactive implementation throughout the organization. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities • Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner. • Communication skills, verbal and written (Intermediate). • Proficiency in MS Office (Intermediate). • Ability to read and understand plans, drawings and specifications. • Develops proficiency in basic JE Dunn construction M/E tools and software. • Knowledge of means and methods of construction management. • Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally. Education • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, architectural engineering or related field (Required). • In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered. Experience • 5+ years construction and/or engineering experience (Preferred). Working Environment • Valid and unrestricted drivers license required Benefits Information The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details. Click here for benefits details. This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled. JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace. JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to accommodations@jedunn.com JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

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Overview

Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Wichita, KS typically begins with an apprenticeship, which blends hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to four years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 10,351 mechanical trade professionals in Wichita, with wages averaging $695.92 per week for apprentices and up to $1,340.07 per week for experienced professionals. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring mechanical trade professionals find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.

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