Lead Mechanical Engineer, Hardware Test (X-BAT) (R5271)
Core
Lead the design, development, and validation of mechanical test infrastructure (stands, fixtures, tooling) for autonomous aircraft hardware in demanding operational conditions.
Role type
Senior IC Lead Mechanical Engineer (Hardware Test)
Builds
Robust test stands, fixtures, and support equipment for engineering and production-level validation of X-BAT aircraft subsystems and integration.
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Autonomous Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical design, fixture development, FEA analysis, GD&T, tolerance analysis, DFM/DFA, CAD (NX/SolidWorks/CATIA), cross-functional coordination, team leadership, root-cause analysis
Preferred skills
Propulsion/engine test equipment, high-load structural fixtures, environmental/qualification testing, ANSYS/Abaqus/Nastran, shop floor collaboration
Responsibilities
Lead team in designing and maintaining test stands/fixtures; perform mechanical analyses (strength, stiffness, thermal, durability); define industry-standard practices (GD&T, tolerance, design reviews); partner with test/electrical/avionics teams to integrate safe, repeatable hardware; support fabrication and build activities; drive troubleshooting and corrective design improvements.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership