Model Maker, Sr. jobs in the United States

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Program Summary

Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) is the Air Force’s graduate school of engineering and management, as well as its institution for technical professional continuing education. AFIT is committed to providing defense-focused graduate and professional continuing education and research to sustain the technological supremacy of America’s air and space forces. Through their mission to develop and deliver systems engineering and management education, the education faculty rely on interns to support classroom training products, techniques, and tools. Objectives of this effort are to:

• Conduct graduate-level research, engineering/technical analyses, technical evaluations, and assessments for AFIT
• Enhance AFIT’s ability to execute their mission of conducting militarily-relevant research, delivering analytic tools to DoD organizations, and producing defense-related publications
• Provide scientific and technical analyses of military and commercial developments including design, development, testing, and evaluation of military-critical technologies

Job Summary

KBR requires a team member for an Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) Contract under the KBR Research and Development Program.  This candidate provides supplementary machining, maintenance, and design support for the research efforts of AFIT Graduate School students and faculty in six academic departments.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Set up and operation of machines such as:

• ProtoTrak mills and lathes
• CNC Milling Centers
• Waterjet
• Surface grinders
• Wire EDM
• EDM hole burners
• CO2/Fiber Laser
• 3D printers
• MIG & TIG welders
• Horizontal and vertical band saws
• Woodworking equipment
• Paint application equipment

• Write CNC programs using machine controllers, DXFs, conversational software and CAM software to machine parts for projects
• Hand finishing, alteration, and fitment of machined components and assemblies
• Assist in design and machining of parts and assemblies using CAD, paper sketches, and verbal directions
• Consult with students, staff, and professors to design, manufacture, inspect, and finish components & assemblies
• Troubleshooting of machined assemblies and mechanical systems
• Shop maintenance and upkeep.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• or Associate degree or Vocational school certificate in Computer Aided Manufacturing or related field with 5 years experience machine or model shop experience
• Working knowledge of basic machining principals
• CAD experience
• Basic blueprint comprehension and interpretation
• Ability to apply basic tolerances and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Ability to communicate with customers via phone, email, Teams, chat, and in person
• Ability to operate Microsoft Office software & troubleshoot basic computer issues
• Ability to use basic measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators)
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to walk, push, reach overhead and bend to the floor
• Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force regularly
• Ability to perform repetitive movements over an extended period of time
• Ability to repeatedly lift objects weighing up to 10 pounds; objects up to 50 pounds occasionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) Model Shop
• Experience with SolidWorks
• Hurco Winmax mill setup, programming, and operation.
• Omax waterjet setup, programming, and operation.
• CAM Software. (EdgeCam preferred)

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.

Inclusion and Diversity at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, 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 more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient.

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.