Mechanical Engineer
Core
Design mechanical subsystems and mechanisms for defense-tech platforms, taking hardware from concept through prototype and qualification to production.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (defense-tech R&D)
Builds
Rugged, precise mechanical systems for field operations
Domain
Defense technology, robotics, weapon systems, UAVs
Required skills
mechanical design, structural/thermal/vibration/shock FEA, DFM/DFA, CAD (SolidWorks), qualification test planning, system integration
Preferred skills
MIL-STD qualification experience, opto-mechanical design, precision motion, pyrotechnic/energetic systems, manufacturing (sheet metal, CNC, additive manufacturing, composites)
Technologies
SolidWorks, FEA tools
Responsibilities
Own mechanical design of assigned subsystems, run FEA on flight-critical components, drive DFM/DFA with suppliers, partner with system/electrical/software teams, plan and execute qualification test campaigns, contribute to design reviews
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC