Aero Thermal Engineer QN ENC Field Support

Quest Defense; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Certification assistance

Flexible workplace

Job summary

Quest Defense is seeking an Aero Thermal Engineer to support propulsion programs. The role focuses on secondary flow engineering for nonconforming or damaged hardware and may include thermal analysis.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate engine components and develop technically rigorous recommendations for quality and performance. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of gas turbine engines, and the ability to support engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace/mechanical engineering or closely related field.
• Experience analyzing aerospace components or similar complex products.
• Strong grounding in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and core engineering principles.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications and document analyses clearly.
• Track record of investigation, issue resolution, and delivering engineered results.

Responsibilities

• Provide QN and ENC engineering support for nonconformances and hardware disposition.
• Perform thermal, heat transfer, and fluid flow analyses for gas turbine components.
• Evaluate drawings, specs, and data to determine component acceptability.
• Collaborate with design, structures, manufacturing, and customer support to resolve issues.
• Prepare technical summaries and engineering reports; support root-cause investigations.

Skills

Aerospace Engineering

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Gas turbine knowledge

Analytical problem solving

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FABLE

Job description

We don’t just build technology—we engineer the future. From next-gen aerospace to cutting‑edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission‑critical challenges that keep people safe and push the limits of innovation. This is where problem‑solvers, innovators, and big thinkers thrive.

Quest Defense Systems and Solutions QDSS is seeking an Aero Thermal Engineer to support aerospace propulsion programs. The position will primarily support secondary flow engineering activities for nonconforming or damaged hardware and may also encompass thermal analysis.

The successful candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate aerospace engine components, investigate secondary‑flow impacts associated with nonconformances, and develop technically rigorous recommendations to support product quality, performance, and operational requirements.

The preferred candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, a thorough understanding of gas turbine engines, and the ability to support engineering dispositions and advanced thermal‑fluid analyses.

U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance are required. Active Secret clearance is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide QN and ENC engineering support for the evaluation and disposition of nonconformances affecting new and fielded engine components.
• Conduct engineering assessments and technical evaluations for QN and overhaul damage work packages.
• Evaluate component nonconformances, dimensional deviations, and engineering records to develop technically substantiated recommendations.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, hardware measurement data, and analytical results to determine component acceptability.
• Collaborate with design, structures, project, manufacturing, customer support, and other engineering functions to resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
• Perform or support thermal, heat transfer, and fluid flow analyses for gas turbine components and systems.
• Evaluate analytical results and prepare engineering reports, technical summaries, and supporting documentation.
• Support root cause investigations, corrective action initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Partner with customer engineering teams to address technical challenges while fulfilling quality and delivery commitments.
• Enhance engineering workflows, analytical methods, and overall technical efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing aerospace components, mechanical systems, or comparably complex products.
• Working knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and fundamental engineering principles.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications, and analytical documentation.
• Experience conducting engineering investigations, resolving technical issues, or evaluating components.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to manage technical assignments and deliver accurate results within established schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience supporting QN, ENC, or field support engineering activities within aerospace or gas turbine environments.
• Knowledge of gas turbine architecture, including compressor, combustor, and turbine components.
• Experience with FABLE or other secondary flow system analysis tools.
• Experience evaluating aerospace component nonconformances, dispositions, or repairs.
• Experience supporting aerospace OEM teams and customer‑facing technical engagements.
• -U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

The QDSS Advantage

At QDSS, our advantage is purpose‑driven work, collaborative teams, and complex challenges that push boundaries and build lasting impact. You’ll grow your career while contributing to mission‑critical programs that demand excellence and shape the future.

What You’ll Find Here

• Work That Matters – Next‑generation, safety‑and‑mission‑critical projects where your contributions have real‑world impact.
• Growth That’s Supported – Competitive compensation, employer‑matched 401(k), certification assistance, and clear opportunities for advancement.
• A Culture That Works – A flexible, collaborative, and people‑first environment where teamwork, innovation, and balance are valued.

Benefits Include

• Competitive pay, comprehensive medical/dental/life and disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match, professional development support, and a flexible, friendly workplace.