Strategic Client Advisor (Part-Time Consultant)

We’re engineering the future of aerospace and defense. If you thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions where precision and reliability are non-negotiable, we want you on our team. Here, your expertise powers mission-critical systems that safeguard lives, advance technology, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Join us and bring your skills to work where innovation meets impact. 

Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is seeking an experienced Strategic Client Advisor to provide guidance and support in developing client relationships, identifying business opportunities, and shaping future work. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned industry professional looking to leverage their expertise in a flexible consulting capacity.

Location: Hybrid (McKinney or Dallas- Fort Worth, TX Area)

Schedule: Approximately 4–8 hours per week. 

Clearance:  Current Active Clearance or the ability to obtain one

What You'll Do

• Partner with leadership to understand client processes, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Provide strategic guidance on developing Statements of Work (SOWs) and identifying the right engagement models.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing SOWs while advising clients on the overall SOW development process.
• Participate in client meetings and workshops to help define project scope and work content.
• Facilitate introductions to key client stakeholders and leaders across the organization.
• As new work is awarded, advise on team structure and help identify the skills and expertise needed for successful execution.
• Leverage your professional network to identify experienced consultants and retired client personnel who can support project delivery.
• Active participation in internal technical reviews and support team to fully prepare for customer design reviews.  
• Interpret Raytheon engineering standard work requirements and preferences and feedback for incorporation into QDSS deliverable packages.
• Advise team on messaging and resolving conflicting prioritization or technical approach direction from multiple customer stakeholders

What We're Looking For

• 20+ years experience in Design Engineering – Mechanical & Electrical
• Strong understanding of client operations, business processes, and organizational structure.
• Experience developing or supporting Statements of Work (SOWs), consulting engagements, or strategic business initiatives.
• Ability to influence, build relationships, and communicate effectively with executive and program leadership.
• Well-established professional network and the ability to connect organizations with experienced talent.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and comfortable working in a flexible, part-time consulting role.
• Production Test experience is a bonus
• Secret clearance, or ability to reactivate quickly
• Open to consider Full Time

 The QDSS Advantage:  

At QDSS, our advantage is purpose-driven work, collaborative teams, and complex challenges that push boundaries and build lasting impact. You’ll grow your career while contributing to mission-critical programs that demand excellence and shape the future. 

What You’ll Find Here 

• Work That Matters – Next-generation, safety- and mission-critical projects where your contributions have real-world impact. 
• Growth That’s Supported – Competitive compensation, employer-matched 401(k), certification assistance, and clear opportunities for advancement. 
• A Culture That Works – A flexible, collaborative, and people-first environment where teamwork, innovation, and balance are valued. 

Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications

At Quest Defense Systems and Solutions, we don’t just build technology — we engineer the future. From next-generation aerospace solutions to cutting-edge defense systems, we tackle the toughest, mission-critical challenges that keep people safe and push the boundaries of innovation. This is where problem-solvers, innovators, and visionary thinkers come together to shape the future. With over 25 years of aerospace and defense engineering expertise, our commitment to delivering high-quality, transformative solutions sets us apart — not just as an industry leader, but as a driving force for impactful change. Together, we’re not just leading the industry — we’re revolutionizing it.

Quest Defense provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.