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Quest Defense

Develops aerospace and defense engineering solutions

Senior Systems Engineer - Model-Based Systems Engineering/Simulink

Full-Time
$130k - $160k+ 401(k) match
Senior
Bachelor's, Master's
Melbourne, FL, USA
In PersonOnsite work required; relocation assistance is available.
Aerospace EngineeringFlight Dynamics & GNC
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with at least five years of relevant experience, or an advanced STEM degree with at least three years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with MATLAB and Simulink.
  • Experience with code optimization and/or numerical stability.
  • Experience in the Systems Engineering discipline.
  • Experience reading and developing algorithm descriptions, mathematical expressions and derivations, matrix manipulations, outlier analysis, and system-level analysis.
  • Ability to work onsite in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities
  • Test and validate navigation algorithms and algorithmic models using MATLAB and Simulink.
  • Develop tools and test infrastructure to perform comprehensive model and algorithm testing.
  • Conduct analyses for system troubleshooting.
  • Improve code quality by performing code reviews and using good software practices.
  • Analyze data using advanced mathematical and statistical techniques.
  • Work on individual tasks under limited supervision or with a team to achieve operational targets.
  • Eventually help provide guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within the job area.
  • Contribute to lab-based work on target products.
Desired Qualifications
  • A master's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related discipline.
  • A professional background specializing in complex statistical analysis and/or mathematical modeling.
  • Experience performing data analysis and problem solving, such as anomaly investigation.
  • Experience adopting and/or integrating emerging technologies, such as generative AI, automation platforms, and digital assistants, into day-to-day operations for continuous improvement.

About the company

Quest Defense Systems and Solutions engineers aerospace and defense capabilities and builds systems that address mission-critical challenges to keep people safe and advance defense technology. Its products include next-generation aerospace solutions and integrated defense systems designed to perform under high-stakes conditions. The company differentiates itself through more than 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering experience, a track record of delivering high-quality, transformative solutions, and a commitment to partnering with customers to solve the world’s hardest engineering problems. Its goal is to be the most trusted partner for the most challenging engineering problems, guiding the industry and driving meaningful change in aerospace and defense.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Cincinnati, Ohio

Founded

N/A

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What believers are saying

  • Quest Defense planned 150 new jobs and $12 million payroll through 2027.
  • ISG 2025 and 2026 recognition strengthens credibility with aerospace and defense buyers.
  • UC co-op partnerships improve hiring, retention, and local engineering pipeline quality.

What critics are saying

  • Quest Defense depends on defense primes and procurement cycles, exposing it to program delays.
  • No clear contract wins or federal awards surfaced, limiting visibility into near-term revenue.
  • If Quest Global shifts priorities, Quest Defense loses strategic support and talent investment.

What makes Quest Defense unique

  • Quest Defense, founded in 2021, targets U.S. aerospace and defense engineering.
  • Blue Ash and Cincinnati anchor its U.S. footprint, plus UC's 1819 Innovation Hub.
  • Quest Global's EXB Solutions acquisition deepens Quest Defense's software and mission-critical engineering bench.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Flexible Work Hours