Senior Engineer, Mechanisms (R4890)
Core
Design and develop electro-mechanical mechanisms for autonomous UAV aircraft, handling concept through production release.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (UAV/autonomous systems)
Builds
Autonomous UAV aircraft and electro-mechanical assemblies
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
CAD (NX), kinematic analysis, structural analysis, FEA (modal, non-linear, linear, buckling, fatigue), GD&T, materials selection
Preferred skills
UAV/aircraft/robotic systems experience, electro-mechanical actuators knowledge, FMEA/DOE/root cause analysis, machine shop experience, environmental testing (RTCA DO-160, MIL-STD-810)
Technologies
NX, FEA tools
Responsibilities
Design complex electro-mechanical mechanisms; Own full design process (concept, CAD, tolerance analysis, material selection, drawing release); Perform structural and kinematic calculations and preliminary FEA; Prototype, test, and iterate mechanism designs; Collaborate with electrical, avionics, flight controls, and propulsion teams; Support pre-production builds, prototype integration, and ground/flight testing
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
