Senior Mechanical Engineer I
Core
Design durable mechanical solutions for fixed, portable, and mobile cUAS systems, managing the full lifecycle from concept to production.
Role type
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Builds
Mechanical systems and assemblies for cUAS (counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems) devices
Domain
Defense/Security hardware, cUAS systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Mechanical design, structural and thermal simulation (FEA), CAD (SolidWorks), prototyping, manufacturing processes, root cause analysis, technical mentorship
Preferred skills
Experience in harsh or regulated environments, knowledge of DFM/DFA, environmental testing support
Technologies
SolidWorks, Ansys
Responsibilities
Own mechanical system and subsystem development across the full product lifecycle; Design durable mechanical solutions for fixed, portable, and mobile cUAS systems; Develop housings, structures, and mounting concepts with focus on thermal performance, weight, stiffness, and environmental robustness; Apply structural and thermal simulation to guide design decisions; Take a strong hands-on role in prototyping, testing, and iterative design improvements; Solve real-world hardware problems by identifying root causes and implementing practical, robust solutions; Work closely with electrical, RF, and systems engineers on mechanical-electrical integration; Collaborate with manufacturing partners on DFM/DFA, material selection, surface treatments, and production processes; Support qualification activities including temperature, shock, vibration, and environmental testing; Participate in design reviews, contribute to engineering guidelines, and continuously improve mechanical design standards; Act as a technical mentor, sharing knowledge and experience within the engineering team.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
