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Mechanical Engineer, Sr. Staff

Austin💼 Full-time🗓 2026-03-10 → 2026-07-31

Core

Designing robust mechanical systems for autonomous drone defense turrets, ensuring durability against vibration, shock, and environmental stress while integrating electromechanical components.

Role type

Sr. Staff Mechanical Design Engineer (Defense Robotics)

Builds

Autonomous gun turret systems for neutralizing small drones and loitering munitions

Domain

Defense / Robotics / Electromechanical Systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

Mechanical design for MIL-STD-810 compliance, FEA/Modal/Thermal simulation, Electromechanical integration, 3D CAD (SolidWorks/CATIA/Creo), Structural integrity testing, DFM/DFR principles

Preferred skills

MIL-S-901D naval shock testing, MIL-STD-461 EMI/EMC standards, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) considerations, Rapid prototyping/Additive Manufacturing, Fluid dynamics and heat transfer, Shock absorption and damping systems

Technologies

ANSYS, SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo

Responsibilities

Design mechanical systems meeting MIL-STD-810 specifications for vibration, shock, and thermal conditions; Perform mechanical simulations (FEA, modal, vibration, thermal) to assess durability; Collaborate with electrical and systems engineers for electromechanical integration; Lead structural integrity testing and analysis; Develop and document mechanical design specifications and testing protocols; Conduct testing and validation for performance and safety standards; Support prototype development and manufacturing feasibility; Contribute to cross-functional design reviews to identify risks

Seniority

Sr. Staff, hands-on IC with strategic oversight

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