Secret Cleared Model Based Definition Engineer

Post Date

Aug 15, 2025

Location

East Hartford,
Connecticut

ZIP/Postal Code

06108
US
Oct 22, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Mechanical Engineering

Req #

HTD-7685e8de-ac94-4774-a562-288066e26c7b

Pay Rate

$48 - $60 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking to hire a Model Based Definition Engineer for a large commercial and military aircraft manufacturing company based out of East Hartford, CT or West Palm Beach, FL. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of Product Definition (model-based definition) experience, as well as GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) experience/standards. This candidate can come from a design background in mechanical engineering or drafting with experience as a checker/detailer. The MBD engineer will be assigned to support an Engine Program for their Engineering Center in North Berwick, ME.

Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with Mechanical Design Engineer(s) to develop specific Jet Engine parts (ex. Combustor/Diffuser, Turbine parts including Airfoils, Turbine Exhaust and Nozzles)
- Verify complete accuracy of parametric 3D Siemens NX models and definition. Definition could be 2D associative drawing definition or Model Based Definition (MBD) as required
- Ensure accurate part interrelationships through tolerance and geometric studies
- Participate with product team as Product Definition delegate
- Prepare/Maintain various product related Teamcenter/NX Manager data in support of Engineering activities
- Act as mentor/coach and provide training to lower-level Product Definition practitioners

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

- Demonstrated Product Definition or Model Based Definition (MBD) experience
- Proficient with ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards
- Experience utilizing Siemens NX and Team Center PLM tools is preferred. Similar CAD experience with Catia, Autodesk Revit, PTC Creo or SolidWorks can also apply

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Strong communication and team collaboration skills in order work across various engineering groups
- Ability to support Military Engine programs

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.