Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Quest Defense Systems & Solutions is seeking a Mechanical Engineer, Integrity/Structures, to support structural analysis and substantiation work for gas turbine engine components. The role involves using finite element analysis and collaboration with engineering teams to evaluate designs and provide analysis-backed recommendations.
Responsibilities
- Perform structural and mechanical integrity analysis for gas turbine engine components and systems
- Use finite element analysis (FEA) and hand calculations to support design decisions, technical substantiation, and customer requirements
- Evaluate component durability, strength, low-cycle fatigue, fatigue life, and fracture mechanics considerations
- Build, modify, and analyze models using CAE tools such as ANSYS Classic, ANSYS Workbench, Siemens Simcenter, Nastran/Patran, and ABAQUS
- Support geometry and mesh preparation for analysis activities, including working with Siemens Simcenter and Siemens NX when needed
- Review analysis results, identify risks or areas of concern, and provide clear technical recommendations
- Participate in technical reviews, program reviews, and customer discussions to communicate analysis findings and support engineering decisions
- Collaborate with internal engineering teams, customer stakeholders, and cross-functional groups to solve complex structural/mechanical challenges
- Document analysis plans, assumptions, methods, results, and conclusions in accordance with customer and program requirements
- Prepare technical reports and presentations that clearly communicate findings, substantiation, and next steps
- Manage multiple tasks and deadlines while supporting changing program priorities
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university
- 2+ years of experience in gas turbine structural analysis, mechanical integrity, durability, or related aerospace structures work
- Strong understanding of low-cycle fatigue, fatigue life, fracture mechanics, strength, and durability principles
- Experience using finite element analysis and/or hand calculations to support structural or mechanical design decisions
- Working knowledge of CAE tools such as ANSYS Classic, ANSYS Workbench, Siemens Simcenter, Nastran/Patran, ABAQUS, or similar analysis tools
- Ability to document analysis plans, assumptions, methods, results, and conclusions in a clear and organized manner
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical findings to engineering teams, managers, and customer stakeholders
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional engineering environment
- Must be a U.S. Citizen due to the nature of the work
- Experience supporting gas turbine engine components, aerospace propulsion systems, or rotating machinery
- Hands-on experience with geometry cleanup, mesh preparation, model setup, analysis, and post-processing
- Proficiency with Siemens Simcenter, Siemens NX, ANSYS Classic, ANSYS Workbench, Nastran/Patran, ABAQUS, HEEDS, or similar tools
- Experience evaluating strength, fatigue, durability, low-cycle fatigue, crack growth, or fracture mechanics of metallic components
- Familiarity with aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, part standards, and design practices
- Ability to translate analysis results into clear technical recommendations, reports, and customer-ready presentations
- Experience participating in technical reviews, design reviews, program reviews, or customer-facing engineering discussions
- Strong time management skills with the ability to support multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a remote or hybrid team environment
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines, including design, analysis, manufacturing, program, and customer teams
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive medical/dental/life and disability coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Professional development support
- A flexible, friendly workplace
- Employer-matched 401(k)
- Certification assistance
- Clear opportunities for advancement
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