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Quest Defense

Develops aerospace and defense engineering solutions

Product Definition Engineer

Full-TimeUpdated
$73k - $100k
Mid
Bachelor of Science (BS)
West Palm Beach, FL, USA
In PersonOnsite in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Mechanical EngineeringDesign Engineering
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology is required.
  • Experience and strong computer literacy with drafting, computer-aided design modeling, and product lifecycle management tools are required.
  • Working knowledge of ASME Y14.5M 2018 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing standards is required.
  • U.S. citizenship is required to support classified programs and eligibility for a security clearance.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of War security clearance is required; employment is contingent upon successful completion of a government investigation or reinstatement and meeting all clearance requirements.
Responsibilities
  • Advance and maintain complex jet engine and aircraft system components and assemblies using Siemens NX Drafting and/or Model Based Definition.
  • Create or modify 2D concepts, detail drawings, layouts, and 3D computer-aided design solid models and assemblies in Siemens NX or equivalent, with Teamcenter Product Lifecycle Management, while supporting Bill of Materials development.
  • Apply ASME Y14.5M 2018 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing standards and review drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance with customer and aerospace industry drafting and manufacturing requirements.
  • Perform and interpret tolerance stack-up analysis results to ensure proper fit, alignment, and performance of complex aircraft assemblies.
  • Use engineering tools such as CADIQ, MBDVida, TDPaaS, PMI Advisor, BCT, and NX Checkmate.
  • Maintain proper documentation, data control, and export classification for drawings and related data.
  • Support product design reviews and coordinate with project management, design engineering, and manufacturing teams.
  • Meet strict deadlines while collaborating with a technical leader and applying problem-solving skills.
  • Adhere to the design process and attend carefully to detail to support realization of products for manufacture by customers and their supply chains.
Desired Qualifications
  • Some internship or co-op experience is advantageous.
  • A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering with 1–4 years of product definition or computer-aided design experience is preferred.
  • Experience with Siemens NX computer-aided design drafting and Model Based Definition and Teamcenter Product Lifecycle Management in the design or definition of mechanical engine components and assemblies is preferred.
  • Possessing or being able to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance is preferred.

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