Mechanical Design Engineer - Test Systems

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical test systems and fixtures for environmental testing (vibration, thermal, hydraulic, RF, electro-optical)
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models and drawings (Creo / ProE), including GD&T and tolerance analysis
• Support system integration, validation, and testing to meet accuracy, reliability, and performance requirements
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in production and test environments, recommending design improvements
• Collaborate with electrical, systems, and manufacturing teams on hardware integration and packaging
• Contribute to continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and design optimization
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, test systems, or product development
• 3+ years of experience with 3D CAD tools (Creo / ProE preferred)
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and mechanical design principles
• Experience supporting hardware integration, validation, or production environments
• U.S. Citizenship required; Clearance or ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Requirements

• Active Clearance
• Experience with mechanical packaging and electro-mechanical systems
• Background in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability systems
• Experience with environmental testing (vibration, shock, thermal, ESS)
• Familiarity with configuration management tools (Windchill, PDM)
• Exposure to thermal or structural analysis
• Systems engineering or cross-functional integration experience
• 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.
• Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications
• Pay Ranges
• $65 - $70 USD
• This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical deman

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Additional Information

Immediately hiring Mechanical Design Engineer - Test Systems! Embark on a journey with QDSS at the forefront of technological innovation as we seek talented Engineers to shape the future of cutting-edge projects and contribute to a culture of excellence and creativity. What we do matters. We are hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer to design and develop advanced test systems and mechanical assemblies supporting high-reliability aerospace and defense hardware. In this role, you'll work across mechanical design, CAD modeling (Creo), and system integration, building solutions used for environmental testing (vibration, thermal, RF, and electro-optical systems). You'll collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to take designs from concept through validation, ensuring performance in mission-critical environments. This is a hands-on role ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex problems and working on highly integrated systems. Location: Scottsdale, AZ (relocation support available) Clearance: U.S. Citizenship required; active clearance preferred open to candidates with the ability to obtain one.

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