Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and release mechanical components and assemblies for autonomous aircraft systems including structures, enclosures, mounts, actuation systems, and integration hardware
Support the full product development lifecycle from concept generation, CAD modeling, prototyping, testing, design iteration, and production release
Perform mechanical analysis (structural, thermal, vibration, tolerance, etc.) to validate designs and ensure system reliability
Collaborate closely with electrical, avionics, software, systems, manufacturing, and flight test teams to integrate hardware into aircraft platforms
Develop engineering documentation including drawings, BOMs, test plans, validation reports, and manufacturing instructions
Support prototype builds, integration activities, ground testing, and flight test operations
Drive root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for mechanical failures and design issues
Work with suppliers and manufacturing partners to support fabrication, qualification, and production readiness
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on performance, manufacturability, weight reduction, reliability, and cost optimization
Operate effectively in a rapid development environment with evolving priorities and tight execution timelines

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering discipline
3–5 years of professional mechanical engineering experience in aerospace, autonomous systems, robotics, automotive, defense, or other high-performance hardware industries
Strong proficiency with CAD software such as Siemens NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar 3D modeling tools
Experience designing mechanical systems for dynamic or mission-critical environments
Knowledge of mechanical analysis methods including stress, thermal, vibration, and tolerance analysis
Experience supporting prototype development, integration, and hardware testing activities
Familiarity with aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability principles
Strong understanding of engineering documentation and configuration control processes
Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and drive solutions in a collaborative environment
Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally across engineering and operations teams
Experience in autonomous aircraft, UAVs, eVTOL, robotics, or flight hardware development is highly preferred
Hands-on mechatronics experience is a plus
Familiarity with FAA certification environments, aerospace standards, or regulated development processes is a plus