Associate Mechanical Engineer

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Associate Mechanical Engineer Program Summary KBR strives to create a safer, more secure and sustainable world by bringing together the best and brightest to deliver technologies and solutions that help our customers accomplish their most critical missions and objectives. Our Las Cruces, NM office is an engineering and manufacturing facility that provides solutions for our customers with safety and quality at the forefront of our operations. Why Join KBR?

• Mentorship from senior engineers
• Cutting edge projects, relevant to real world challenges
• Work in a collaborative and dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay and great company culture Job Summary KBR is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer to join our team and reside at our Las Cruces, NM office.

The selected candidate will support projects around ground-based mobile satellite communication systems, antenna manufacturing, and radio frequency engineering. The Associate Mechanical Engineer will research, develop, plan, design, and integrate mechanical products and systems. Applies principles and techniques of mechanical engineering to complete engineering projects and solve engineering problems in all phases of design, development, integration/implementation, and analysis, testing and participating in design reviews and evaluations. Roles and Responsibilities

• Research, design, modify, develop and evaluate systems, products, components, and applications by applying fundamental mechanical engineering principles
• Understand basic principles for evaluating stress, strain, thermal management, mechanics of materials, and other subjects from undergraduate academics
• Validate vendor equipment performance, quality, and capabilities by developing testing methods, performing tests, and documenting test results
• Conduct and evaluate final system performance through execution of test procedures and data analysis
• Will lead projects to completion by developing schedules to ensure technical performance is met and within cost
• May perform site surveys and field installations under the supervision of a senior engineer
• Communicate and collaborate with other engineering disciplines, manufacturing personnel, management, vendors, customers, and subcontractors.
• Prepare engineering documentation, i.e., drawings, project specifications, procedures, test data and results
• Abide by company policies, procedures, and AS9100 quality policy
• Must hold a valid driver's license and have the ability to obtain a US Top Secret security clearance Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical and/or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university
• 0-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must hold a valid driver's license and have the ability to obtain a US Top Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications
• Basic experience using Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software such as Autodesk Inventor
• Graduate with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00
• Ability to work independently and in a cross functional team
• Basic knowledge and understanding of project management KBR Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.

We support career advancement through professional training and development. Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together. KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.