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Tooling Engineer

DESE Research, Inc.
Huntsville, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2026
DESE Research, Inc. is seeking an experienced Tooling Engineer to support aerospace vehicle programs in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment. This role requires technical proficiency, self-sufficiency, and professionalism. If you meet these qualifications, we encourage you to apply!

Job Details

The candidate will support the design, development, and documentation of tooling for manufacturing, ground support, and test operations, working directly with members of the customer team. This role involves generating and redlining 2D engineering drawings and 3D models in PTC Creo and in accordance with ASME Y14.5. The candidate will work with design engineering teams closely to deliver mechanical tooling solutions. A successful candidate will be highly self-directed, detail-oriented, and able to operate professionally and independently in a customer-facing environment with minimal supervision.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related field
  • Proficiency in PTC Creo (parametric modeling, assembly design, drawing creation and editing); ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, and specifications; ability to create and redline 2D engineering drawings and 3D models from the customer in PTC Creo in compliance with ASME Y14.5 standards; familiarity with Model-Based Definition (MBD) practices
  • Experience with mechanical design or tooling development
  • Highly self-directed and independent; able to assess requirements, make sound engineering judgments, and execute tasks with minimal supervision in a dynamic, customer-facing environment
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

About DESE

For the past 43 years, DESE has provided industry-leading technical and engineering solutions in the fields of Defense, Energy, Space, and Environment. As a small, family-oriented business, DESE provides a compelling benefits package including a generous profit-sharing plan, competitive salaries, and perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to work alongside talented engineers leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex and engaging problems.

Why Employees Love Working For DESE

At DESE, we are committed to creating a company that is known for its respect and care for employees. We understand that happy employees are what keeps our business going and we strive to provide the best opportunities for each individual working on our team! Here are a few reasons you will love working here:

  • Competitive health, dental and vision insurance with affordable premiums
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Two different flexible spending account options
  • Company paid life insurance with options for employee paid additional
  • Performance bonus program
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Company paid personal leave for approved philanthropic activities
  • Vacation, Sick & Holiday leave
  • Robust 401k profit sharing plan
  • Opportunities for internal promotions
  • Employee referral incentive program
  • Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries

Disability Accommodation for Applicants – DESE Research, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following alternative email address or phone number to contact us about your interest in employment with us: hrandsecurity@dese.com or 256-837-8004x123.

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