Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Space Technologies

Summary AV provides a full suite of exquisite, space‑qualified hardware trusted to fly in the most extreme environments space presents across GEO, MEO, LEO and Cislunar orbits. With hundreds of systems flying in space, our customers turn to AV when a mission can’t fail. Our team is expanding to do the big things that have never been done before – the things the nation and the world are counting on us to deliver. Join the transformation and help us make this impact now. Responsibilities We are seeking a senior‑level mechanical engineer to provide engineering design and analysis support to diverse R&D programs and small‑volume production contracts. The selected candidates will lead the structural and thermal analysis of mechanical systems for space and airborne hardware, work within a multi‑disciplined project team, be responsible for mechanical design and analysis activity, and support integration and formal acceptance‑test activities. Projects vary from packaging high‑reliability electronics subsystems to opto‑mechanical mechanism design such as gimbal and steering mirror systems. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering. 8 years of mechanical engineering experience in one or more of the following areas: Structural and thermal analysis, including analytical calculations and FEA (stress analysis, modal analysis, thermal conduction analysis, bolt loads, etc.). Design using CAD software, ideally with SolidWorks. Tolerance analysis and GD&T practices. Space hardware design, analysis, integration, and test. Strong technical writing skills applicable to engineering documentation (analysis reports, specifications, requirements documents, etc.). Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance. Desired Qualifications 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering of space systems. Strong verbal communication skills needed for customer interaction at design reviews, supplier interaction, etc. Ability to quickly adapt to various projects and types of work and to manage several projects simultaneously while setting priorities. Ability to work independently or as part of a development team. Experience and willingness to be hands‑on during hardware assembly, integration, and test. Current US security clearance. ITAR Requirement This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. Benefits AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit EEO Statement We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr AeroVironment