UAS Engineer

We are seeking a versatile, driven UAS Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team working on cutting-edge Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) and related technologies. This role involves performing non-routine engineering assignments and supporting UAS design and testing. The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background, hands-on experience with UAS platforms, and a passion for prototyping, design, and integration.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential functions)

Perform mechanical design, integration, and hardware tracking for UAS platforms and associated payloads.

Contribute to rapid prototyping, design, testing, and system documentation for UAS multirotor systems and ground support equipment.

Edit and create mechanical engineering drawings and support mechanical design efforts.

Perform on interdisciplinary teams

Apply engineering principles to support the design, fabrication, and testing of UAS platforms.

Troubleshoot flight control, communication, and electrical system architectures of UAS and other products.

Design electronics packaging and thermal management systems for prototype and flight hardware

Collaborate with cross-disciplinary internal teams and external customers to provide mechanical and production support.

Use SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM for 3D design, modification, and configuration management of UAS-related hardware.

Some physical demands may be present when working with prototypes and testing(under 50 pounds)

Required Experience:

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Minimum of 3-6 years related experience

UAS design and test experience

Demonstrated project experience with 3D design(CAD) and 3D printing

Basic programming skills (MATLAB or Python)

Experience with SolidWorks

Working knowledge of basic tools such as hand tools, soldering irons, and basic mechanical assembly techniques.

U.S. Citizenship required. Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualification:

Previous experience with SolidWorks PDM for 3D Design, modification and management UAS-related hardware

Background in designing electronic packaging and thermal management systems for prototype and flight hardware

Experience with troubleshooting flight control, communication and electrical system architecture of UAS and other products