Associate Solutions Engineer, Aerospace & Defense
Xometry
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Maryland • United States
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About the role
- Support quoting, data organization, and creation of technical documentation for complex customer programs, including Bill of Materials (BOMs), Request for Quotes (RFQs), and specification reviews.
- Assist with internal cost-modeling and quoting-tool development to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Assist with supplier communication, tracking of quality documents, and other aspects of the solution lifecycle from award through delivery.
- Participate in cross-functional meetings to gain a comprehensive understanding of the full solution lifecycle, bridging the gap between engineering, sales, and operations.
- Lead a capstone mini-project aimed at enhancing process efficiency, such as automating a quoting workflow, developing a reporting dashboard, or streamlining a documentation process.
- Develop and demonstrate best practices in a variety of manufacturing disciplines relevant to our customers and partners.
Requirements
- Completed Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred), Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Demonstrated foundational expertise and knowledge in key manufacturing principles, including familiarity with CNC Machining, Additive Manufacturing, Wire harness Assembly, Sheet Metal and Welding.
- Approximately 3-5 years of experience in an engineering/manufacturing role (including internships or co-ops). An optimal candidate will have experience as a Xometry A&D customer or supporting Xometry A&D customers.
- Demonstrated experience in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
- Demonstrated experience or coursework in interpreting Manufacturing Drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail in managing multi-line data (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets, or ERP/CRM systems).
- Effective communicator and team collaborator with a strong interest in bridging engineering and business. Comfortable in technical discussions and presenting information to small groups.
- Driven and self-motivated with the ability to manage assignments with minimal oversight and a desire to learn the custom manufacturing industry.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Work from home options
- Equal opportunity employer
- E-Verify participant
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
CNC MachiningAdditive ManufacturingWire Harness AssemblySheet MetalWeldingCAD softwareSolidWorksManufacturing DrawingsGeometric Dimensioning and TolerancingData organization
Soft Skills
organizational skillsattention to detaileffective communicationteam collaborationself-motivatedability to manage assignmentsdesire to learnbridging engineering and business