Mechanical Engineer, Production Test
Core
Design and maintain mechanical fixtures and test interfaces for repeatable production testing of autonomous aircraft, docks, delivery pods, and subassembly hardware.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (production test)
Builds
Production test fixtures, calibration stations, and automated test equipment for high-throughput manufacturing.
Domain
Autonomous logistics, drone delivery, electro-mechanical systems
Required skills
mechanical fixture design, instrumentation integration, sensor/actuator interfacing, test automation (Python/LabVIEW), embedded communication protocols (CAN, UART, I2C, SPI, USB), troubleshooting under production pressure, yield improvement analysis
Preferred skills
5-7 years of relevant experience, vendor build coordination, change control management
Technologies
Python, LabVIEW, TestStand, DAQ, scopes, DMMs, power supplies, electronic loads
Responsibilities
Design production test fixture mechanics for product locating, loading, and handling; integrate instrumentation and safety interlocks; validate fixture correlation and repeatability; troubleshoot production escalations and resolve fixture issues; drive measurable outcomes in yield, cycle time, and tester uptime; produce and maintain test documentation and validation records.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
