# Mechanical Integrity Engineer – Gas Turbine Structures at QuEST Defense

- Company: QuEST Defense
- What the company does: QuEST Defense is a global engineering services company. Backed by Space Capital.
- Company website: https://quest-defense.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Cincinnati, OH
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-05
- Apply by: 2026-11-19
- Apply: https://www.quest-defense.com/careers/life-at-quest-defense/current-opportunities/?gh_jid=5247022007&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/quest-defense-mechanical-integrity-engineer-gas-turbine-structures/

## About the role

Quest Defense Systems & Solutions is seeking a Mechanical Integrity Engineer – Gas Turbine Structures to support structural analysis and substantiation work for gas turbine engine components. This role is ideal for an engineer with a strong foundation in mechanical or aerospace engineering who enjoys solving complex structural problems through finite element analysis, hand calculations, fatigue/fracture mechanics, and technical documentation. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university
- 2+ years of experience in gas turbine structural analysis, mechanical integrity, durability, or related aerospace structures work
- Strong understanding of low-cycle fatigue, fatigue life, fracture mechanics, strength, and durability principles
- Experience using finite element analysis and/or hand calculations to support structural or mechanical design decisions
- Working knowledge of CAE tools such as ANSYS Classic, ANSYS Workbench, Siemens Simcenter, Nastran/Patran, ABAQUS, or similar analysis tools
- Ability to document analysis plans, assumptions, methods, results, and conclusions in a clear and organized manner

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