Aero Thermal Engineer

Embark on a journey with QDSS at the forefront of technological innovation as we seek talented Engineers to shape the future of cutting‑edge projects and contribute to a culture of excellence and creativity. What we do matters.

Quest Defense Systems & Solutions is growing and looking to add a highly skilled Engineers to our team. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

This role is remote with travel to client sites as needed (10‑15%) and due to the nature of the work US Citizenship is required.

• Use computational tools to perform thermal and/or CFD analysis for gas turbine components and turbo machinery
• Lead the effort in development of geometry and mesh for analysis models along with the necessary model setup and analysis of those models
• Post‑process and prepare high‑quality presentations of results
• Prepare and present reports on findings on formal technical reviews
• Create, support and maintain secondary airflow system models and whole engine models
• Develop and participate in root cause and/or risk failure mode and error analysis (FMEA) for gas turbine engines
• Support test and fielded hardware verification and validation effort

The successful candidate is detail oriented and highly collaborative. There will be a significant amount of interaction with the customer’s teams. Listening to the customer’s issues and offering proactive solutions is critical to building a strong relationship with this new customer.

• 2‑5 years’ experience in CFD Analysis, Aero‑Thermal
  · BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience with COMSOL required
• Familiar with fluid dynamics and heat transfer theory
• Exposure to the gas turbines is highly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, work under time constraints, maintain composure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Experience with Star‑CCM+, ANSYS Fluent or CFX is highly preferred
• Proficiency with MS Office, particularly MS Excel required
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Like to work in a fast paced, creative environment
• Enjoy people and dynamic teams with diverse experiences. We have fun together!

• Remote
• Travel 10%
  -15%
• Substantial amounts of telephone/video conferencing and computer work.
• Heavily Regulated Industries with strict adherence to procedures.
• Flexibility to meet business deadlines by staying late or arriving early.
• Typical 8 hour days plus lunch / 40 hour weeks / core (required) hours are 9AM to 4PM
• Ability to use personal transportation to visit customer locations. 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

At QDSS, we are more than an engineering company—we are a force for innovation and positive change. With over 25 years of proven expertise in solving mission‑critical challenges, we empower our team to push boundaries, combining deep industry knowledge, cutting‑edge technology, and a collaborative "think tank" approach.

Our vision is to be the trusted partner of choice for our defense and aerospace clients, delivering secure, sustainable, and world‑class solutions that build a brighter future.

Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications

Pay Ranges

$76,478 — $91,773 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…