Mechanical Engineer V

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has an enterprise client that is seeking a Mechanical Engineer V in Redmond, WA.

Role Overview:
As a Manufacturing Test Engineer within Project Kuiper's Environmental Test Lab, you will own the processes and equipment required to perform testing critical to satellite production. Through process improvement and hands-on troubleshooting, you will be responsible for the quality, efficiency, and rate scaling of the lab.

Key Responsibilities:
* Equipment Ownership: Serve as primary owner for environmental test equipment (Thermal, TVAC, Vibe, Shock, or HASS), managing configurations, maintenance, and improvement projects; Provide technical leadership during troubleshooting events; Manage relationships with 3rd party equipment vendors
* Process Development: Establish standardized test processes and work instructions that enable technicians to operate with minimal engineer supervision
* Rate Improvement: Analyze data to validate the ability of test procedures to meet requirements; Identify and lead projects that increase throughput, reduce cycle time, and improve first-pass yield
* Automation Troubleshooting: Read and triage simple errors in LabView and Python code execution, understanding of control loops used in environmental test, and an ability to articulate failures to support teams for more complex issues
* Manufacturing Execution System Management: Define data artifacts in MES/ERP systems; Develop and manage system standards for handling test execution and non-conformances
* Training: Develop and deliver training for technicians on equipment operation and test procedures

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or other related discipline
* 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or test engineering in aerospace or similar industry
* Experience with environmental testing equipment (vibration, thermal, vacuum)
* Automation tools (LabView, Python)

Preferred Qualifications:
* Proficiency in test automation tools (LabView, Python)
* Experience developing and improving manufacturing processes
* Experience with environmental testing equipment (vibration, thermal, vacuum)

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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