Are you passionate about turning ideas into reality? We're looking for a Design Technician to join our dynamic team. As a key member, you'll collaborate directly with customers, creating designs and products that exceed expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new products for manufacturing based on customer requirements.

• Use design software for drafting and illustrating to satisfy documentation requirements for production, contract, or development needs.

• Prepare new/improved product & component drawings and coordinate related support documents (standard work, BOM, inspection checklists, etc.) for manufacturing.

• Work directly with Sales, Design and Production teams.

• Perform on-site patterning, test fit verifications and first article performance verifications, as necessary.

• Improve existing products and processes by completing Engineer Change Requests and other improvement activities.

• Develop “hands-on” experience with production equipment to understand production capabilities.

• Research new designs and methods to enhance or improve existing products and technologies.

• Perform qualitative and quantitative tests to evaluate performance of new designs, as directed.

• Research, identify, and source materials for prototype and product production.

• Facilitate the transition of new product designs to production.

• Adhere to Kennon’s Quality Management System.

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will offer a combination of production-related practical experience in a manufacturing environment, and the ability to effectively collaborate as part of a team.

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Design or Drafting, or equivalent preferred;

• 2 years experience in product development in a manufacturing environment preferred;

• Proficiency with CAD software;

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;

• Limited travel may be required;

• Physical strength and agility required: bending, twisting, standing, squatting or sitting for long periods, lifting up to 30pounds from the floor to a table, manipulating materials, and working with various equipment.

• Align with Kennon’s Core Values: Caring, Daring, Responsive, and Integrity.

About Kennon

Founded in 1984, Kennon Products is a leading designer and manufacturer of protective solutions for military aviation and healthcare industries. Headquartered in Sheridan, Wyoming, Kennon's employee-owned ESOP structure reflects its commitment to fostering a culture of ownership and accountability. With a focus on

integrated engineering and production, Kennon delivers state-of-the-art protection solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of its customers. For more information about Kennon Products and its commitment to excellence, visit kennonproducts.com.