Materials Engineer

Overview

Engineers are the reason we exist—we’re the core of who we are. We don’t just build technology; we engineer the future. From next-gen aerospace to cutting-edge defense systems, our teams power the solutions that drive innovation, tackle mission-critical challenges, and keep people safe. This is where problem-solvers and big thinkers thrive. Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is seeking a Materials Engineer to grow with our company.

In this role, the engineer will be assigned to a well-structured Engineering Support office dealing with Aero Engines / Gearboxes domain, will be in charge for the activities related to R&D, test, analysis and characterization of materials, Verify & Validation development processes of new materials, definition of technical specifications of special treatments, failure analysis/investigation on damaged and/or NC components, partnering with other Departments (i.e. Design, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain etc) and directly interfacing with suppliers.

• Support and drive material qualifications of new supplier’s turbo machinery hardware ensuring robust processes while supporting supply chain capacity improvements.
• Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers.
• Participate on business and industry teams supporting overall improvement in the application of special processes for turbo machinery parts.
• Provide technical and strategic support to supply chain through reviews and pre-production meetings.
• Define technical specifications and requirements.
• Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures.
• Evaluate non-conformances by reviewing, analyzing requirements and acceptability criteria, recommend disposition procedures and maximizing producibility.

• 0-3 years of experience as materials engineer in aerospace or gas turbine industry manufacturing, quality systems and field support.
• Bachelor of Science in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or Metallurgy
• Some expertise in Additive Manufacturing processes and technologies will be preferential
• Broad knowledge about different materials (metallic, ceramic, composite, polymeric etc) and experience on characterization tests
• Laboratory operations experience (knowledge of procedures, equipments etc)
• Finite Elements Analysis background (knowledge of ANSYS tool advantageous but not mandatory)
• Knowledge about coating / surface treatments processes advantageous but not mandatory
• Good computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) Project Management experience is desired, but not 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!
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident required

• Mostly Office Environments, Occasional Shop Floor involvement
• Substantial amounts of telephone 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
• Due to the nature of the work, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications

Pay Ranges

$67,000—$77,500 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.

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