F-16 Aerospace Engineer I

Job Description - F-16 Aerospace Engineer I (16507) *F-16 Aerospace Engineer I - 16507 DescriptionPENDING CONTRACT AWARDSummaryThe Engineer I will perform routine engineering tasks under the direct supervision of a Senior Engineer and/or Engineering Manager with the goal of developing more advanced applied engineering skills. This position is responsible for part inspections, non-conformance investigations, detailed part stress analysis, implementing solutions to maintain part integrity, and processing deviation request and disposition documentation.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop skills to conduct product design, modeling, stress analysis, testing, etc Develop work instructions or update current instructions to routine tasks performed to improve internal processes Construct/Implement Part Inspection manuals Support continuous improvement and standardization projects necessary to achieve quality, delivery and cost targets Identify and report problems with specific processes or products to senior engineers Ensure compliance with applicable company or customer quality requirements in all assigned programs, functions, products, and areas All other duties as assignedQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Secret security clearance. In order to obtain a secret clearance, qualified candidates must have US Citizenship. Ability to pass physical screening requirementsEducation and/or ExperienceRequired: Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) in an applicable engineering field from an ABET accredited four-year college or university Excellent oral and written communication skills Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Desired: Experience with military qualification of new components, and reverse engineering of existing product (2) years of experience in an applicable aircraft or aircraft component design, production, maintenance, or modification engineering related roleWork ConditionsPosition is located OCONUS and in an austere environment; work is being performed on the flight line, limited hangar or aviation field environment. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift and parts, tooling and other awkward items sometimes weighing greater than 50 lbs, including up and down stairs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday. Must be able to see and hear, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.Compensation and Benefits: Competitive compensation package. 90/30 Rotation Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage. 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Professional development and career advancement opportunities #LI-LM1Job: Defense Primary Location: Iraq-Balad Schedule: Full-time Overtime Status: Exempt We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. **