Senior Mechanical Engineer Interceptor C‑UAS (m/f/d)

United States Digital Space LLC; Gilching; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Quantum Systems seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to advance its world-class interceptor drone platform from prototype to mass production. You will own mechanical design, drive injection-molded components, and collaborate with electronics, powertrain, and propulsion teams to deliver reliable, scalable hardware.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in hardware or mechanical engineering, strong CATIA V5 skills, and a passion for drones or hands-on hardware projects.

Qualifikationen

• 5–10 years of professional experience in hardware or mechanical engineering with exposure to automotive, aerospace, defense, or safety-critical product standards.
• Background in automotive, consumer electronics or comparable high-volume industries.
• Strong proficiency in CATIA V5 and deep experience designing injection-molded parts and assemblies for high-volume production.
• Experience working closely with electronics, powertrain, propulsion, and systems engineers.
• A pragmatic, ownership-driven mindset and the ability to move fast without compromising quality.
• Passion for hardware - drones, model aircraft, or hands-on technical hobbies are a strong plus!

Aufgaben

• Conceptual design and detailed development of complex injection-molded plastic components and mechanical sub-assemblies
• Optimization of assemblies for manufacturing, assembly, cost, and quality
• Hands-on involvement with tooling design, tool reviews, and first-article inspections
• Technical coordination and management of external suppliers and manufacturing partners
• Oversight, guidance, and quality assurance of work performed by junior mechanical design engineers
• Close collaboration with cross-functional teams across engineering, production, and supply chain

Kenntnisse

CATIA V5

Injection molding

High-volume production

Hardware design

Drones enthusiasm

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Build the world’s most advanced interceptor drones

We are redefining aerial defense. Our Counter-UAS interceptor is a rocket-boosted, all-electric drone capable of 400 km/h, delivering 10 kW peak power through an in-house developed powertrain. Designed from day one for mass production at scale, this platform represents a new class of high-performance, modular UAV systems.

We are looking for a Senior Engineer to take this technological powerhouse from advanced prototype to tens of thousands of units produced globally.

What is your Day to Day Mission:

Conceptual design and detailed development of complex injection-molded plastic components and mechanical sub-assemblies

• Optimization of assemblies for manufacturing, assembly, cost, and quality

• Hands-on involvement with tooling design, tool reviews, and first-article inspections

• Technical coordination and management of external suppliers and manufacturing partners

• Oversight, guidance, and quality assurance of work performed by junior mechanical design engineers

• Close collaboration with cross-functional teams across engineering, production, and supply chain

What You Bring to the Team

5-10 years of professional experience in hardware or mechanical engineering with exposure to automotive, aerospace, defense, or safety-critical product standards

• Background in automotive, consumer electronics or comparable high-volume industries

• Strong proficiency in CATIA V5 and deep experience designing injection-molded parts and assemblies for high-volume production

• Experience working closely with electronics, powertrain, propulsion, and systems engineers

• A pragmatic, ownership-driven mindset and the ability to move fast without compromising quality

• Passion for hardware - drones, model aircraft, or hands-on technical hobbies are a strong plus!

Why Join the company?

Be at the forefront of next-generation Defence innovation.

• Work in a fast-paced, agile environment where your ideas make an impact.

• Collaborate with a team of industry pioneers who are ambitious, bold, and visionary.

• Opportunities for individual and professional growth in a globally recognized organization.

About us:

Quantum Systems specializes in the development, design, and production of small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS). The company’s range of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sUAS are built to maximize range and versatility and to provide operators with a seamless user experience. By integrating cutting-edge software capabilities, like edge computing and real-time AI-powered data processing, Quantum Systems is building next-generation UAS for clients in the defense, security, and public sectors.