Principal Mechanical Design Engineer | Aerospace Robotics | Austin, TX | Onsite
$155k - $235kCareer Staffing Talent
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Job Description
???? Principal Mechanical Design Engineer | Aerospace Robotics
???? Austin, TX (On-Site)
???? $155K–$235K Base + equity
???? Confidential Search
⚠️ Read This First
❌ Not remote
❌ Not a lab-only role
❌ Not for junior / early-career engineers (although happy to consider for other roles)
???? This is real-world robotics deployed in aerospace environments
???? The Role
We’re hiring a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to act as the technical backbone of the team.
You’ll partner closely with engineering leadership to:
- ???? Provide technical direction + design feedback
- ???? Own complex mechanical systems (concept → production)
- ????️???? Mentor junior + senior engineers
- ???? Interface with customers on real engineering challenges
???? What You’ll Work On
- ✈️ Aerospace robotics systems
- ???? End-effectors / end-of-arm tooling
- ???? Tooling + fixturing
- ⚙️ Automation hardware (actuators, motion systems, assemblies)
- ???? Design reviews, problem-solving, system optimization
???? What You Need
- 10+ years in mechanical engineering
- ???? Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)
- ✈️ 6+ years in aerospace automation
- ???? 6+ years in aerospace tooling/fixturing
- ???? Strong CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
- ???? Deep GD&T + DFM/DFA expertise
- ???? Robotics/automation system experience
- Must be able to get clearance
???? Big Plus
- ???? End-effector design experience
- ???? FEA / simulation
- ???? CATIA or PDM systems
- ???? BOM creation + production documentation
- ???? Startup / build-mode experience
???? The Right Personality
This one matters.
✅ Willing to teach and mentor
✅ Explains concepts clearly
✅ Collaborative, not ego-driven
❌ “I know everything” attitude = won’t work here
???? Environment
- ???? Austin
- ⏰ Flexible start: 7–9 AM
- ???? Hands-on, build-focused culture
???? Why It’s Interesting
- Real systems → not theoretical work
- High ownership + visibility
- Direct impact on engineering direction
- Work with a team actively building and scaling
⚠️ Non-Negotiables
???? Must be in Austin or relocate quickly (1–2 months)
???? Must have real industry experience (not academic-only)
???? Interested?
Apply or message directly.
???? All inquiries are confidential
Vacancy posted 15 days ago
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