Mechanical Engineer

Job TitleMust currently have a Secret Clearance and be eligible for a TS/SCIMust have a BS in Mechanical/Robotics/Aeronautical Engineering; or applicable engineering or science field.Must have a minimum 3 years of hands-on or professional experience.Requirements:Hands-on professional experience within the last 5 years supporting Group 1 and/or Group 2 UxS in design, integration, fabrication, testing, and/or sustenance is preferred. Experience supporting Group 3 UxS with the last 5 years may be considered.Experience with commercially available UxS is desirable.Extensive knowledge of aviation principles and unmanned systems (UxS) 3 years.Extensive knowledge in electric propulsion and combustible power systems 3 yearsUnderstanding of material properties (strength, weight, durability, thermal conductivity) and their impact on UxS performance.Proven ability to select appropriate materials and design structures that meet competing requirements for loadbearing capacity, vibration resistance, and environmental robustness.Experience designing and developing launch and recovery mechanisms for manned and unmanned systems, considering factors such as weight, stability and environmental conditions.Experience using CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Rhino) to model, analyse, and create technical solutions for UxS components and subsystems.Handson experience designing and fabricating enclosure solutions, mechanical and electrical housings, and custom mounting brackets for UxS components.Engineer must be comfortable working in a shop environment with loud noises and industrial power tools. May be required to lift 50 lbs.Handson experience manufacturing with a CNC machine.Proven ability to incorporate analytical considerations for thermal management, shock absorption, stress, and vibration mitigation into designs.Handson experience using various 3d printing technologies, such as FDM, SLS, SLA and strong understanding in selecting material e.g. PLA, PETG/ABS, and TPU.