Aerospace Mechanical Engineer II - UAV Systems

AeroVironment, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The Aeromechanical Engineer II at AeroVironment, Inc. in Huntsville, AL, contributes to design from concept through production-ready parts for UAV systems. The role requires hands-on analysis, multi-disciplinary coordination, and formal presentations to stakeholders.

Strong SolidWorks skills, GD&T knowledge, and fabrication experience are preferred. You will work on mechanical, lab, field, flight and environmental testing, ensuring designs meet performance, cost, and schedule goals in a

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of technical design experience.
• Proficient with mechanical design processes and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Design vehicle concepts to production-ready; manage from concept to build.
• Resolve design challenges with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Deliver formal presentations of designs and results.
• Assess design deficiencies using engineering analyses and changes.
• Complete tasks on schedule within budget; support testing and validation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical design

Kinematics analysis

Thermal analysis

Mechanical testing

GD&T knowledge

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks EPDM

MATLAB

Agile PLM

Job description

The Aeromechanical Engineer II at AeroVironment, Inc. in Huntsville, AL, contributes to design from concept through production-ready parts for UAV systems. The role requires hands-on analysis, multi-disciplinary coordination, and formal presentations to stakeholders.

Strong SolidWorks skills, GD&T knowledge, and fabrication experience are preferred. You will work on mechanical, lab, field, flight and environmental testing, ensuring designs meet performance, cost, and schedule goals in a