Sr. Staff Mechanical Engineer - BlueSky (R5825)
Core
Design and deliver mechanical systems for advanced aerospace blue-sky platforms from concept to real-world operation.
Role type
Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer (Aerospace)
Builds
Hardware for autonomous aircraft and defense systems
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace
Required skills
Mechanical design, 3D CAD (SolidWorks/NX/CATIA), structural design, material selection, manufacturing processes, engineering calculations (FEA/stress/thermal), cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Root cause analysis, industry standards (ASME/ISO/ASTM), MIL-STD requirements, environmental qualification testing, power distribution/hydraulics, supplier management
Technologies
SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, FEA
Responsibilities
Design and integrate mechanical systems and subsystems including avionics packaging and structures; Own mechanical engineering deliverables across the product lifecycle; Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality to ensure buildable designs; Provide hands-on technical support during testing and field operations; Troubleshoot and implement design fixes under tight timelines
Seniority
Senior Staff, hands-on IC