Associate Solutions Engineer, Aerospace & Defense
Xometry· Technical Sales Engineering
Hybrid (North Bethesda, MD)$71.3k - $73.5kfull-timePosted 7mo ago
About the role
Early-career engineer role supporting internal teams and external customers with manufacturing solutions, bridging engineering, sales, and operations throughout the solution lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Technical Support & Documentation: Support quoting, data organization, and creation of technical documentation for complex customer programs, including BOMs, RFQs, and specification reviews
- Internal Solution Development: Assist with internal cost-modeling and quoting-tool development to improve efficiency and accuracy
- Supplier and Quality Coordination: Assist with supplier communication, tracking of quality documents, and other aspects of the solution lifecycle from award through delivery
- Cross-Functional Learning & Collaboration: Participate in cross-functional meetings to gain understanding of the full solution lifecycle, bridging engineering, sales, and operations
- Process Improvement Initiative: Lead a capstone mini-project to enhance process efficiency (e.g., automating a quoting workflow, developing a reporting dashboard, or streamlining a documentation process)
- DFx Fundamentals: Develop and demonstrate best practices in manufacturing disciplines relevant to customers and partners.
Qualifications
- Completed Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred), Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field
- Demonstrated foundational expertise in key manufacturing principles (CNC Machining, Additive Manufacturing, Wire harness Assembly, Sheet Metal and Welding)
- Approximately 3-5 years of experience in engineering/manufacturing role (including internships or co-ops); preferred experience as a Xometry A&D customer or supporting Xometry A&D customers
- Demonstrated experience in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
- Experience or coursework interpreting Manufacturing Drawings and GD&T
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in managing multi-line data (Excel, Google Sheets, or ERP/CRM systems)
- Effective communicator and team collaborator with ability to present in technical discussions to small groups
- Driven and self-motivated with ability to manage assignments with minimal oversight and interest in learning the custom manufacturing industry
Skills
Required:Mechanical Engineering fundamentalsCNC MachiningAdditive ManufacturingSheet Metal and WeldingCAD (SolidWorks preferred)GD&TData managementCommunication
Benefits
- 401(k) match
- medical, dental and vision insurance
- life and disability insurance
- generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, floating and fixed holidays, maternity and bonding leave
- EAP and other wellbeing resources
Last updated Jul 15, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
About Xometry
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