FEA Mechanical Analysis Engineer

Quest Defense Systems and Solutions•Cincinnati, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re engineering the future of aerospace and defense. If you thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions where precision and reliability are non-negotiable, we want you on our team. Here, your expertise powers mission-critical systems that safeguard lives, advance technology, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Join us and bring your skills to work where innovation meets impact. We are seeking a highly skilled FEA Mechanical Analysis Engineer to join our dynamic aerospace engineering team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the development of various aircraft engines components, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and safety. Due to the nature of these roles, applicants must be US Citizens/ US Person. This role is 100% onsite in Cincinnati, OH .

Requirements

8+ years of experience in the mechanical design of Gas-turbine or Turbo-machinery components
Minimum BS/MS in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering from an accredited university
Experience ANSYS (Classic or workbench) , structural mechanics fundamentals, nonlinear/contact analysis, fatigue, model verification
Prepare analysis plans, assumptions, methodology, results, conclusions, and formal FEA reports and the ability to independently interpret results
Participate in technical/design reviews and respond to reviewer or customer comments
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

Nice To Haves

Project Management experience is desired, but not required
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
Like to work in a fast paced, creative environment
Enjoy people and dynamic teams with diverse experiences. We have fun together!

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical lead for finite element analysis (FEA) and across complex mechanical/aerospace programs.
Develop, execute, and review high-fidelity linear and nonlinear analyses using ANSYS APDL/Workbench.
Develop analysis plans, identify required inputs and load cases, establish acceptance criteria, and estimate analysis effort and schedule.
Ensure models are properly verified and results are validated.
Lead and participate in peer reviews, design reviews, analysis reviews, and customer technical reviews; approve or provide technical oversight of FEA deliverables.
Develop and standardize FEA best practices, templates, modeling guidelines, automation tools, and analysis processes to improve quality and efficiency.
Mentor junior analysts, provide technical guidance, review their work, and develop organizational FEA capability.
Communicate complex analytical results, risks, assumptions, and recommendations clearly to customers and engineering leadership.