Modeling Engineer Intern

Embark on a journey where your engineering prowess shapes the future of aerospace innovation. We're seeking a dedicated Model Based Definition Engineer to join our team, contributing to the next generation of jet engine technology. Why You'll Love This Role Up to $8,000 Sign-On Bonus: Available for candidates with an active, transferable Secret Clearance. Benefits Start Day One! Cutting-Edge Projects: Be at the forefront of aerospace design, working on components that redefine flight. Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values precision, innovation, and shared success. Professional Growth: Enhance your skills in a role that offers both challenges and opportunities. What You'll Do Design Excellence: Create detailed 2D cross-sections, 3D models, and Model-Based Definitions (MBD) within Siemens NX and Teamcenter environments. Innovative Development: Conceptualize and design gas turbine components, pushing the boundaries of engineering. Collaborative Engineering: Work with cross-functional teams to define dimensional constraints and geometric tolerances, ensuring optimal manufacturing processes. Quality Assurance: Utilize Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to drive improvements in quality, speed, and precision. Project Management: Navigate CAD and CAM environments, managing projects within budget and schedule, delivering uncompromising quality. Qualifications Educational Background: Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited institution. Experience: Minimum of 1 year in 3D modeling of aero-engines and gas turbine components; proficiency in Siemens NX/Teamcenter preferred. Technical Skills: Strong understanding of ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing; ability to interpret technical drawings. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to engage with team members at all levels. Security Clearance: U.S. citizenship required; active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one. Preferred Qualifications Advanced Degree: Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) with 1-3 years of product definition experience. Software Proficiency: Experience with Siemens NX CAD Drafting and MBD, and Teamcenter PLM in designing mechanical engine components. Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications Pay Ranges$75,000—$89,000 USD At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions , we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it. Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.