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Mechanical Designer/Drafter

QuEST Defense, Cincinnati, OH, United States


We’re looking for engineers who believe innovation can turn the impossible into reality and are driven to design, develop, and test solutions that make a real impact. Join a diverse team tackling cutting‑edge challenges, where what you build today helps shape a brighter future for tomorrow.

Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is now hiring Mechanical Designer/Drafters.

Due to the nature of these roles, applicants must be US Citizen or Green Card Holder/Permanent Resident. This position is 100% onsite in Cincinnati, OH.

Roles & Responsibilities

Develop and/or modify designs related to Aero‑engine components by analyzing product specifications, performance requirements, and existing manufacturing capabilities

Execute mechanical design projects of gas turbine components on Structures/Rotating parts (Frames, Shaft, Disk, Blisk, seals etc.)

Evaluate concepts of new designs/improvements, manufacturing methods, materials or processes and complete required documentation by applying engineering principles and Industry standards, and generating reports, procedures or change proposals

Capture design & system requirements from the customer, and incorporate into the component design

Support technical substantiation, contribute & present in technical and program reviews

Develop components and modules keeping cost, performance, life, and system requirements in mind

Design and Analysis of the component using CAE tools (NX, ANSYS Classic, ANSYS workbench)

Direct interface with other internal/external engineering functions

Apply technical principles, theories, and concepts to solve a wide range of challenging engineering problems

Evaluate form, fit, function and life of the components relative to the certified configuration

Evaluate non‑conformances by reviewing, analyzing design criteria’s and acceptability limits, recommend disposition procedures and maximizing producibility

Required Skills (Technical Competency)

1-3 years of experience in the mechanical design of Gas‑turbine or Turbo‑machinery components

Minimum BS/B.Tech in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering from an accredited university

Experience with NX and ANSYS (Classic or workbench) or other similar tools

Ability to easily interpret technical drawings with understanding of GD&T

Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, work under time constraints, maintain composure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Ability to interact with employees/managers at all levels with strong oral and written communication skills

Project Management experience is desired, but not required

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment

Must be US Citizen or Permanent Resident/Green Card Holder.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Mostly Office Environments, Occasional Shop Floor involvement.

Substantial amounts of telephone and computer work.

Heavily Regulated Industries with strict adherence to procedures.

Flexibility to meet business deadlines by staying late or arriving early.

Typical 8 hour days plus lunch / 40 hour weeks / core (required) hours are 9AM to 4PM

Ability to use personal transportation to visit customer locations.

Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications.

Pay Ranges: $60,000 — $67,000 USD

Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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