Development Engineering Lead
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Job Summary
- Lead the development of drone platforms through the full product lifecycle: concept prototyping testing qualification and transition to production.
- Own the mechanical design of components and assemblies and integrate those designs with electronics sensors actuators and wiring.
- Manage and mentor a small team of engineers across mechanical electrical software and systems disciplines.
- Stand up and improve engineering processes: version control documentation design standards and engineering-change workflows.
- Partner with manufacturing and supply chain to drive design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for testability (DFT).
- Create detailed CAD models drawings and manufacturing documentation and support technical reviews risk assessments and root-cause work.
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics Engineering or a related field.
- 7 years of engineering experience including 2 years leading or managing engineers.
- Demonstrated experience taking at least one hardware product from prototype all the way to production.
- Experience designing mechanical systems for robotics or electromechanical products.
- Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks Creo Fusion 360 or similar) and a strong grasp of DFM / DFA and common fabrication methods (machining 3D printing sheet metal plastics carbon fiber).
- US citizenship (required for the companys government-related work).
- Hands-on experience building modifying or integrating drones or aerial robotics systems.
- Comfort integrating electronics into mechanical designs (sensors actuators PCBs wiring) and supporting electronics bring-up and troubleshooting.
- Experience working with contract manufacturers and moving prototypes into production.
- Familiarity with FAA CE or other UAV regulatory standards (FAA Part 107 can be obtained after hire).
- High ownership and autonomy in a fast-paced environment with the chance to design build and ship real robotics hardware.
- Exposure to the full hardware development lifecycle and a path to lead R&D as the team grows.
- Competitive compensation 401(k) with company contributions and paid healthcare including telehealth and counseling.
- On-site role in the Southeast U.S.; relocation support available for the right candidate.
Required Skills:
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics Engineering or a related field. 7 years of engineering experience including 2 years leading or managing engineers. Demonstrated experience taking at least one hardware product from prototype all the way to production. Experience designing mechanical systems for robotics or electromechanical products. Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks Creo Fusion 360 or similar) and a strong grasp of DFM / DFA and common fabrication methods (machining 3D printing sheet metal plastics carbon fiber). US citizenship (required for the companys government-related work). Preferred Qualifications Hands-on experience building modifying or integrating drones or aerial robotics systems. Comfort integrating electronics into mechanical designs (sensors actuators PCBs wiring) and supporting electronics bring-up and troubleshooting. Experience working with contract manufacturers and moving prototypes into production. Familiarity with FAA CE or other UAV regulatory standards (FAA Part 107 can be obtained after hire).
