Technical Design Engineer

Quest Global

. Perform independent technical assessment of proposed parts versus asserted commercial comparables .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • Arizona • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $95,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical assessment and analysis of aerospace components, with a strong focus on part equivalence, technical writing, and market research. Proficient in evaluating and documenting technical differences to support sourcing decisions and ensure quality deliverables.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Engineering Degree10+ Years in Component EngineeringFluent in Engineering DrawingsTechnical Writing for ComplianceAerospace Product Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Technical AssessmentPart Equivalence AnalysisTechnical DocumentationMarket ResearchTechnical ReviewForm, Fit, and Function AnalysisCost AnalysisValue EngineeringSpecification ComparisonSupplier Claim Evaluation

Soft Skills

Team TrainingAnalytical ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunication

Industry Keywords

Aerospace HardwareEPA/TDR DevelopmentSource SubstitutionCommercial ComparablesDefense PlatformsTechnical Data PackagesCompliance AudienceHands-On ExperienceU.S. Citizenship

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform independent technical assessment of proposed parts versus asserted commercial comparables
Develop side-by-side salient characteristic comparisons from drawings, specifications, and technical data
Analyze and document form, fit, and function equivalence, including application and installation context
Quantify and characterize technical differences driving price delta and feed the analyst's price walk
Write technical narratives substantiating or refuting supplier claims
Identify comparable parts and alternate commercial sources during market research support
Challenge unsupported assertions with defensible technical rationale
Train and assist team members
Perform technical reviews to ensure quality deliverables

Requirements

What you’ll need

Mechanical, electrical, or aerospace engineering degree, or equivalent hands-on experience
10+ years in component engineering, alternate sourcing, EPA/TDR development, should-cost, or value engineering in an aerospace hardware environment
Fluent in engineering drawings, specifications, and technical data packages
Experience assessing part equivalence for source substitution or qualification
Familiarity with aerospace product families across commercial and defense platforms
Clear technical writing for a compliance audience, not an engineering audience
U.S. citizenship is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Referral program
Vision insurance
Short/Long Term Disability
No travel required