Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887)
About the role
Job Description
What you'll do
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- Directly contribute to the design, analysis, and integration of mechanical systems and subsystems for V-BAT aircraft and ground support equipment, including payload integrations, avionics packaging, harnessing and connector selection, transport structures, and launch & recovery systems.
- Own mechanical engineering deliverables across the product lifecycle - from early concept and prototyping through test, production, and field support - with a bias toward execution and delivery.
- Partner closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Program Management, and Flight Operations to ensure designs are buildable, testable, and reliable in real-world environments.
- Provide hands-on technical support during ground and flight testing, demos, and field operations; rapidly troubleshoot and implement design fixes under tight timelines.
Required qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field
5-6 years of hands-on mechanical design experience
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, or similar)
with demonstrated ability to create detailed drawings, assemblies, and GD&T-compliant documentation
- Strong foundation in
structural design, material selection, and manufacturing processes.
Experience performing engineering calculations (stress, thermal, tolerance stack-up, fatigue, FEA as applicable)
Cross-functional collaboration experience
Preferred qualifications
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Root cause analysis and structured problem-solving capability
Familiarity with industry standards (ASME, ISO, ASTM, or industry-specific regulatory requirements).
Familiarity with MIL-STD requirements and environmental qualification testing.
- Familiarity to
power distribution, hydraulics, or aerospace support systems
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- Experience working with
external suppliers or contract manufacturers
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Full-time regular employee offer package: Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package: Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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