Mechanical Engineer - GCS
Core
Own mechanical design of next-generation Ground Control Systems (GCS) hardware from concept through mass production, including drone controllers, antenna systems, and launcher enclosures.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (defense hardware)
Builds
Rugged, field-ready defense-grade products for ISR missions and drone operations
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Robotics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Mechanical design, SolidWorks (complex surface modeling, GD&T), DFM/DFA, FEA, thermal simulation (CFD), prototyping, supply chain partnership
Preferred skills
Sheet metal fabrication, heavy metallic structures, large-scale thermoforming, mechanical linkages, actuator/cylinder kinematics
Technologies
SolidWorks, CNC, die-casting, plastic injection molding
Responsibilities
Design and prototype drone controllers, antenna systems, and launcher enclosures; translate operator needs into rugged designs; run FEA and thermal simulations; conduct mechanical stress and environmental testing; collaborate with Electronics and RF teams; partner with Supply Chain on mass production transition
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
