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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer/Tool-Secret Clearance at Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc. summary:

The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer specializes in creating advanced production and engineering tools while utilizing Computer-Aided Design (CAD) systems. With over 5 years of experience, they implement precision design techniques and collaborate closely with Tool Engineers to meet design requirements. This role demands a strong mathematical background and excellent communication skills to ensure effective team collaboration and adherence to safety standards.

Are you a skilled technical professional with a passion for precision and innovation? We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Tool Designer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in creating cutting-edge production, engineering, and developmental tools. If you have a strong background in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and are eager to apply your expertise to real-world challenges, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Excellence: Utilize your expertise in reading and interpreting conceptual designs, blueprints, and engineering orders to create precise tool designs. Make use of computer-based design systems to bring your ideas to life.
• Mathematical Prowess: Apply your mathematical skills, including geometric and trigonometric formulas, to calculate dimensions, angles, and machining guidelines, ensuring precision in tool design.
• Material Mastery: Leverage your knowledge of various metals, plastics, ceramics, and composite materials to design tools tailored to their unique properties and machining characteristics.
• Collaborative Spirit: Coordinate with Tool Engineers to meet tool requisitions, implement design changes, and ensure modifications align with requirements.
• Empowerment Through Communication: Assist shop personnel in understanding your tool design drawings, fostering effective collaboration.
• Data Management: Maintain accurate manufacturing data and statistics, either manually or through computer-based systems.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical Background: Hold a technical degree (e.g., BS or AS) or have commensurate years of experience in a relevant discipline, with a minimum of 5plus years' NX experience.
• CAD Proficiency: Demonstrate proficiency in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and modeling skills, particularly using NX.
• Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret engineering documents, sketches, blueprints, and verbal discussions to translate concepts into precise designs.
• GD&T Expertise: Apply your knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) to support tool fixture design and fabrication processes.
• Machining Know-How: Apply machining theory, best practices, and mechanical systems knowledge to design tooling for turbomachinery repair and manufacturing.
• Tolerance Mastery: Have a complete understanding of product tolerance stack-ups and datum structures in the context of designing tooling fixtures.
• Mathematical Acumen: Possess excellent math skills, including proficiency in trigonometry.
• Safety First: Exhibit a commitment to safety values and comply with factory process safety rules and requirements.
• Communication Skills: Have excellent verbal and written communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration.
• Deadline-Driven: Demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines, work under time constraints, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Team Player: Collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels and contribute positively to team dynamics.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment and embrace the diversity of experiences within dynamic teams.
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess or ability to get DOD clearance.

Additional Skills:

• Independent Contributor: Effectively contribute to and perform within a team while also possessing the capability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Legacy Tooling Upgrades: Ability to review, interpret, and upgrade heritage/legacy tooling designs to modern standards, applications, and practices.
• Budget Adherence: Discuss, comprehend, and adhere to established or agreed-upon budgets for tooling design (models and drawings).

If you're ready to take on exciting challenges, apply your expertise to shape the future of tool design, and be a part of a dynamic and fun-loving team, we encourage you to apply! Join us in making a difference through precision and innovation

We look forward to having you join the journey!

Keywords:

Mechanical Design, Tool Design, CAD, Engineering, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance, Manufacturing, Collaborative Work, Precision Engineering, NX Proficiency, Mathematical Skills

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