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Associate Solutions Engineer, Aerospace & Defense

Xometry· Technical Sales Engineering
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North Bethesda, MD$71.3k - $73.5kfull-timePosted 1mo ago

About the role

Early-career engineer role supporting delivery of manufacturing solutions by linking sales, operations, partners, and customers. Focus on technical empathy, documentation, internal tooling, supplier coordination, cross-functional collaboration, and process improvements within the A&D domain.

Responsibilities

  • Support quoting, data organization, and creation of technical documentation for complex customer programs, including BOMs, 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 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.

Qualifications

  • 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); 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 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 presenting to small groups
  • Driven and self-motivated with ability to manage assignments with minimal oversight and a desire to learn the custom manufacturing industry

Skills

Required:Technical documentationCost modelingCAD (SolidWorks)GD&T interpretationData managementCommunication
Nice to have:Supplier coordination

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package including 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
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing resources
Last updated Sep 16, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

About Xometry

Where Big Ideas Are Built | Production Parts and Prototypes | Xometry

Xometry is a leader in high-precision production part and prototyping manufacturing on demand. Get instant quotes on CNC machining, 3D printing, sheet metal fabrication, laser cutting, and more.

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