Aerospace Design Engineer I - 035QE Job at Quartus Engineering, Herndon, VA

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  • Quartus Engineering
  • Herndon, VA

Job Description

About Quartus

Quartus Engineering Incorporated (www.quartus.com) is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics, structures, mechanisms, and multi-disciplinary design. We combine our engineering analysis capabilities with design, prototype, integration, and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value.

 

About Aerospace Sector

Quartus is a key contributor to aerospace advancements, specializing in engineering simulation and custom hardware. We’ve played a vital role in a diverse range of free space, launch and spacecraft projects including the NASA James Webb Space Telescope project for 17 years, covering design, analysis, and testing. Quartus is involved in leading in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM) systems. Our expertise spans aircraft structural design, analysis, and testing, including support for FAA certifications. Quartus excels in commercial and defense aircraft applications, as well as custom optical systems like laser communications terminals and lidar payloads with both aerial and space applications. 

 

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.

 

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
  • 0-5 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
  • (For more experienced candidates) Ability to perform design and provide project oversight concurrently
  • Demonstrate ability to compellingly present technical information to groups
  • Must be a US Person (US Citizen or US Permanent Resident)

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • MS in Mechanical, Aerospace, or similar Engineering field
  • Experience with Finite Element Analysis
  • Machining or similar manufacturing or shop experience

 

Compensation and Benefits

Engineer I pay range: $66,071.68 – 107,90.26*

Engineer II pay range: $78,279.66 – 127,907.94*

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

Referral eligibility: Tier 1

Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, discretionary performance-based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Remote work,

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