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Quest Defense Systems & Solutions, Inc.

Tucson, AZ (In Person)

$134,160 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 11 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/17/2026

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Job Description

We're hiring a Mechanical CAD Designer to support the development of engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical data packages for advanced aerospace and defense hardware. In this role, you'll work closely with engineering teams to create and maintain detailed mechanical drawings and CAD models used for manufacturing and production. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who enjoys hands-on design work, CAD modeling, and supporting real hardware development in a collaborative engineering environment.
Location:
Tucson, AZ (onsite) Relocation Assistance Available.
Clearance:
U.S. Citizenship required; Secret clearance (active or obtainable) Strong Preference for Active Clearance. Key Responsibilities Create and maintain 2D drawings and 3D CAD models using tools like Creo, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD Develop detailed mechanical drawings with proper dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) Support creation and updates of technical data packages (TDPs) and engineering documentation Revise drawings based on engineering changes and design reviews Ensure drawings meet industry standards and manufacturing requirements Collaborate with engineering teams to improve design clarity, accuracy, and manufacturability Follow CAD modeling best practices to ensure consistency and ease of revision Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting/Design, or related field (or equivalent experience) 2+ years of experience in mechanical design, CAD drafting, or engineering support Proficiency with CAD tools (Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.) Experience creating detailed engineering drawings and documentation U.S. Citizenship required; ability to obtain a Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications Experience with Creo / ProE (preferred) Familiarity with GD&T and tolerance analysis Experience creating complete drawing packages / TDPs Exposure to model-based design or model-based engineering (MBE/MBD) Internship or co-op experience in mechanical design or drafting Experience supporting manufacturing or production environments
Pay:
$62.00 - $67.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person

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