Head of Mechanical & Structural Design (m/f/d)

CycloTech GmbH; Linz; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding program

Professional development

International environment

Team culture and well-being

Home office

Job summary

CycloTech GmbH is seeking a Head of Mechanical & Structural Design to lead the team responsible for mechanical and structural development of CycloRotor propulsion systems. You will guide engineers through concept to testing, ensuring high engineering standards and technical integrity.

You will manage recruitment, strategy, and collaboration with Flight Physics, Testing, Hardware & Software, Supply Chain, and Program Management in a hybrid setting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in mechanical and structural product development.
• 5+ years engineering leadership, including team management.
• Experience in aerospace, eVTOL, UAV, rotorcraft, propulsion systems, robotics, or dynamic mechanical systems.
• Strong background in kinematics, structural mechanics, fatigue, vibration, and composites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Mechanical & Structural Design Team, including recruitment, resource and workload planning, budgeting, and performance management.
• Provide technical leadership in mechanical and structural design, composites, structural dynamics, vibration, fatigue, durability, and high-speed rotating systems.
• Define and drive the development strategy for CycloRotor propulsion systems and related technologies.
• Ensure design maturity and technical integrity through reviews and release processes.
• Lead trade studies and engineering decisions for performance, reliability, weight, cost, and schedule.
• Identify and mitigate mechanical and structural risks across development lifecycle.
• Ensure validation through analysis and testing; hands-on hardware involvement.
• Establish and improve engineering methodologies, processes, tools, and best practices.
• Collaborate with suppliers and partners for component development and manufacturing readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical design

Structural analysis

Vibration

Fatigue

Durability

Composite structures

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical/Aerospace

Job description

Head of Mechanical & Structural Design (m/f/d)

• Full-time
• Type of Work: Hybrid

CycloTech GmbH is a technology company with start-up character. With our CycloRotors, we develop a new, sustainable, highly maneuverable, and environmentally accepted eVTOL propulsion solution for the 21st century. We re-invent flying and make individual air mobility as normal as driving a car - opening the sky for everyone.

As the Head of Mechanical & Structural Design, you will have overall technical and organizational responsibility for the mechanical and structural development activities within the team.

You will lead a team of mechanical design, structural analysis, and multibody dynamics simulation engineers, providing technical leadership and ensuring high engineering standards across the team.

You will drive mechanical and structural development throughout the product lifecycle, from concept and detailed design through testing, validation, and product improvement, working closely with Flight Physics, Testing, Hardware & Software, Supply Chain, and Program Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Mechanical & Structural Design Team, including recruitment, resource and workload planning, budgeting, and performance management.
• Provide technical leadership in mechanical and structural design, composite materials, structural dynamics, vibration, fatigue, durability, and high-speed rotating systems.
• Define and drive the mechanical and structural development strategy for CycloRotor propulsion systems and related technologies.
• Ensure design maturity and technical integrity through design reviews, engineering release processes, and approval of analyses, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Lead technical trade studies and engineering decisions for improved performance, reliability, weight, manufacturability and maintainability, cost & schedule.
• Identify and mitigate mechanical and structural technical risks throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Ensure structural integrity, durability, and dynamic behavior are appropriately demonstrated through analysis and testing.
• Define mechanical and structural validation requirements and support component, subsystem, and system-level test activities.Maintain a hands-on involvement in hardware development, supporting assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and resolution of complex technical issues.
• Establish and continuously improve engineering methodologies, processes, tools, and best practices within the team.
• Work with suppliers and external partners to support component development, manufacturing readiness, and technical problem solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of professional experience in mechanical and structural product development.
• 5+ years of engineering leadership experience, including team management and development.
• Experience in aerospace, eVTOL, UAV, rotorcraft, propulsion systems, robotics, or other highly dynamic mechanical systems.
• Strong technical background in kinematics, mechanical design, structural mechanics, fatigue, vibration, structural dynamics, durability, and composite structures.
• Experience developing complex mechanical systems from concept through validation.
• Strong understanding of engineering development processes, design reviews, configuration management, and product lifecycle management.
• Ability to make sound engineering decisions while balancing technical performance, schedule, cost, risk, and available resources.
• Ability to balance hands-on technical involvement with engineering leadership responsibilities.
• Strong communication skills and an analytical, pragmatic, and solution-oriented mindset.

Benefits

• A structured and supportive onboarding program, providing the guidance, training, and resources needed for a successful start.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• International and collaborative working environment.
• Supportive team culture focused on continuous improvement and employee well-being.
• Home Office opportunity.
• Competitive salary and benefits package according to your experience and expertise.