Product Design Engineer (Early Career)
Core
Design mechanical parts and assemblies for autonomous aircraft, ground stations, and accessories, optimizing for simplicity and reliability.
Role type
Early career mechanical product design engineer
Builds
Autonomous flying machines (drones), ground stations, and accessories
Domain
Aerial mobility / Autonomous flight
Required skills
Mechanical engineering fundamentals, 3D CAD (CATIA, SolidWorks, NX, Creo), manufacturing process knowledge (injection molding, CNC, casting, sheet metal), root cause analysis, design trade-off evaluation
Preferred skills
GD&T, tolerance analysis, FEA, composites, electromechanical systems, rapid prototyping (3D printing, machine shop)
Technologies
CATIA, SolidWorks, NX, Creo
Responsibilities
Design mechanical parts and assemblies; Partner with electrical engineers on PCBAs and cable harnesses; Work with vendors on part reviews; Plan and run engineering tests; Follow designs through full development cycle; Investigate and debug failures
Seniority
Junior, early career (0-3 years experience)