Mechanical Design Engineer-Externals

Quest Defense Systems & Solutions • Cincinnati, OH

20d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Design Engineer specialized in Aircraft Engine Externals Design to join our dynamic aerospace engineering team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the design and development of various external components of aircraft engines, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and safety. Due to the nature of these roles, applicants must be US Citizen and be willing to obtain or currently hold a clearance. This role is 100% onsite in Cincinnati, OH. Quest Defense Systems and Solutions engineers the future, from next-gen aerospace to cutting-edge defense systems, tackling mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the limits of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and big thinkers thrive. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, Quest Defense is committed to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions and is a driving force for impactful change.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field (BSME required).
• Proven experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably in aerospace or aviation industries, with a focus on aircraft engine externals design.
• Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis principles apply to aircraft engine design.
• Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen and currently hold or be willing to obtain a clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex technical issues and propose effective solutions.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and convey technical information clearly and concisely.

Responsibilities

• Design and route tubes and ducts for fluid and gas systems for aircraft engine externals, ensuring system functionality.
• Route electrical harnesses in accordance with engineering principles and industry standards.
• Design brackets and structural supports to securely mount external components to aircraft engine structures while maintaining structural integrity and minimizing weight.
• Investigate and determine root causes for field failures of aircraft engine external components, proposing and implementing design improvements to prevent recurrence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including aerodynamics, structural analysis, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration of external components into overall engine design.
• Conduct design reviews, perform analysis, and create detailed engineering documentation to support the development and certification of aircraft engine external components.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level