Aerospace Design Engineer I/II - 081QE

Quartus Engineering

$65K — $132K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Mechanical, Aerospace or similar Engineering field
  • 0-2 years of experience in design (open to multiple levels)
  • Proficient in CREO or SolidWorks (other CAD packages are a plus)
  • Experience in spacecraft, aircraft, or precision design
  • Strong problem-solving abilities using engineering principles
  • Ability to present technical information clearly to groups
  • Machining or relevant manufacturing experience
  • Must be a US Person (US Citizen or US Permanent Resident)

Responsibilities

  • Create complex 3-D CAD models and assemblies using CREO, SolidWorks, and other CAD tools
  • Edit and generate drawings and BOMs to document designs
  • Perform hand calculations and tolerance analyses
  • Research and select materials and parts for designs
  • Apply creativity and analytical skills for innovative design solutions
  • Assemble and test prototype hardware
  • Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and work independently
  • For experienced candidates: provide technical leadership and mentor junior employees

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
  • Discretionary performance-based bonus
  • Employee stock ownership plan
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Flexible work environment and career growth opportunities
Full Job Description
What will you do:

As an Aerospace Design Engineer in our Herndon, VA office, you will be revamping, redesigning, or creating brand new ideas. Your involvement in projects may span from concept to prototype delivery. You'll work heavily in CREO, SolidWorks, and other software modeling and creating drawings. Some portion of the work will include hands on building or assembly of physical hardware.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Creates complex 3-D CAD models and assemblies using CREO, SolidWorks, and other CAD tools
  • Creates and edits drawings and BOMs to document designs using CAD tools
  • Performs hand calculations and tolerance analyses
  • Researches and selects materials and parts for design elements
  • Applies creativity, experience, and analytical abilities to generate innovative design approaches
  • Assembles and tests prototype hardware
  • Works independently as well as collaboratively as part of multi disciplinary team
  • (For more experienced candidates) Technical leadership, mentoring, and training junior employees in the areas listed above.


What are we looking for?

  • BS in Mechanical, Aerospace or similar Engineering field
  • 0-2 years of work experience with focus on design (open to hiring at multiple levels)
  • Experience designing and making drawings in CREO or SolidWorks (other packages a plus)
  • Experience in one of the following areas: spacecraft, aircraft, or precision design
  • Ability to apply engineering principles and techniques to solve a variety of problems
  • Demonstrate ability to compellingly present technical information to groups
  • Machining or similar manufacturing or shop experience
  • Must be a US Person (US Citizen or US Permanent Resident)


Compensation and Benefits

Engineer I pay range: $65,892 - 109,820*

Engineer II pay range: $79,729 - 132,882*

*This range represents base pay. In addition, you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.

Referral eligibility: Tier 1

Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, discretionary performance-based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.

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