Mechanical Design Engineer (MJF Senor & RF Structures - EVO)

DeltaQuad; Duivendrecht; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 vacation days

38-hour workweek

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

DeltaQuad in the Netherlands is seeking a Mechanical Design / Creative Engineer to design, prototype and bring to life advanced mechanical and structural solutions for UAV systems. You will focus on sensor integration, RF payloads, and lightweight, high‑performance components, working at the intersection of creativity and execution.

You will transform field feedback, failure data and real‑world insights into rapid design improvements, collaborating with Integration, Flight Test and Software

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Design, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Approximately 3–8 years of experience in UAVs, aerospace, robotics, or advanced hardware.
• Proven experience delivering real‑world hardware (frames, gimbals, radomes, sensor pods).
• Comfortable working in fast design–build–test cycles.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimise mechanical components, sensor mounts, RF structures and payload integrations.
• Develop complex 3D CAD models and assemblies in SolidWorks (surfacing, configurations).
• Leverage additive manufacturing for rapid prototyping and low‑volume production.
• Design for manufacturability with tolerances, wall thickness and post‑processing.

Skills

Hands-on engineering

Problem solving

Documentation discipline

Version control

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Design, or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM

Additive manufacturing

Job description

Join DeltaQuad as a Mechanical Design / Creative Engineer

At DeltaQuad, you’ll work on technology that truly matters. As a pioneer in long-range electric VTOL drones (Vertical Take-Off and Landing), we develop robust systems in collaboration with trusted partners, which are deployed across the globe for defence, agriculture and inspection. Our drones are reliable, user-friendly, and built to perform in demanding environments.

We combine technical innovation with a pragmatic mindset. What we do today shapes where we’ll be tomorrow and you’ll play a crucial role in that journey.

Our core values:

• Partnerships – Growing together through long‑term collaboration
• Customer focus – Thinking and acting with the customer in mind
• Ownership – Taking responsibility for what we do
• Innovation – Finding smart, practical solutions
• Excellence – Focused on quality and results
• Team spirit – Building trust, growth, and enjoyment together

As a Mechanical Design / Creative Engineer, you will design, prototype, and bring to life advanced mechanical and structural solutions for UAV systems. Your focus lies on sensor integration, RF payloads, and lightweight, high‑performance components.

You operate at the intersection of creativity and execution, turning field feedback, failure data, and real‑world insights into rapid design improvements. Your work directly impacts UAV reliability, resilience, and performance in demanding environments.

Key responsibilities

Design & Prototyping

• Design and optimise mechanical components, sensor mounts, RF structures, and payload integrations
• Develop complex 3D CAD models and assemblies in SolidWorks (surfacing, configurations)
• Leverage additive manufacturing (MJF, SLS, FDM, SLA) for rapid prototyping and low‑volume production
• Work with advanced materials such as PA12, carbon composites, and high‑temperature polymers
• Design for manufacturability: tolerances, wall thickness, support strategies, post‑processing
• Create modular, serviceable designs for fast field repair and replacement

System Adaptation & Validation

• Translate real‑world feedback into fast design iterations
• Perform structural analysis (hand calculations + basic FEA)
• Validate designs against stress, vibration, thermal, and environmental conditions
• Ensure aerodynamic efficiency of external components (fairings, radomes, pods)
• Design with sealing, crash tolerance, and EMC considerations in mind

Integration & UAV Performance

• Develop low‑drag housings and payload structures for UAV platforms
• Understand how design choices affect flight stability, endurance, and performance
• Ensure compatibility across systems, payloads, and configurations

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with Integration, Flight Test, and Software Engineers
• Participate in hands‑on assembly, testing, and validation (lab & field)
• Explore new materials, manufacturing techniques, and design approaches
• Maintain strong documentation and configuration control using PDM

What you bring

Background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Design, or Mechatronics Engineering
• ~3–8 years of experience in UAVs, aerospace, robotics, or advanced hardware
• Proven experience delivering real‑world hardware (frames, gimbals, radomes, sensor pods)
• Comfortable working in fast design–build–test cycles

Technical skills

• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (surfacing, assemblies, configurations) and PDM
• Hands‑on experience with additive manufacturing (MJF, SLS, FDM, SLA)
• Solid understanding of advanced materials (PA12, carbon fibre composites, reinforced polymers)
• Experience with structural analysis, vibration design, and basic FEA
• Knowledge of aerodynamics in small UAV systems
• Familiarity with FMEA, CFD, and EMC‑aware design is a plus

Your mindset

• Hands‑on engineer who enjoys being in the lab (or hangar)
• Thrives under pressure and embraces rapid iteration
• Balances speed with precision and structural integrity
• Creative, pragmatic, and solution‑driven
• Strong discipline in documentation and version control

What we offer

• Coaching and professional growth opportunities
• 27 vacation days (based on full‑time)
• 38‑hour workweek with flexible working hours
• Travel reimbursement of €0.23/km or a fully covered NS Business Card
• Excellent pension scheme through the PME pension fund
• Work in an innovative, high‑tech environment with real‑world impact
• Open, informal company culture where your ideas are valued
• Lunch provided by DeltaQuad, monthly team drinks, and regular team activities