Aerospace UAS Composites & Payloads Engineer

Heven AeroTech; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off and sick leave

Job summary

Heven AeroTech is seeking a UAS Composites Engineer in Sterling, Virginia, focused on the design and development of advanced unmanned aerial systems. The role requires expertise in composite materials, CAD tools, and integration of payload systems.

Candidates should have over 7 years of relevant experience and possess a strong background in structural analysis, systems-level thinking, and design-for-manufacturing principles. The position offers a competitive salary range of $70,000 - $150,000 USD and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in UAS, aerospace, or related industries.
• Strong experience with composite materials and fabrication methods.
• Understanding of structural analysis and basic FEA tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and optimize composite airframe structures.
• Develop CAD models and documentation for composite components.
• Lead integration of payload systems across teams.

Skills

Composite materials and fabrication methods

CAD tools proficiency (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX)

Rapid prototyping

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Understanding of structural analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

NX

Job description

Heven AeroTech is seeking a UAS Composites Engineer in Sterling, Virginia, focused on the design and development of advanced unmanned aerial systems. The role requires expertise in composite materials, CAD tools, and integration of payload systems.

Candidates should have over 7 years of relevant experience and possess a strong background in structural analysis, systems-level thinking, and design-for-manufacturing principles. The position offers a competitive salary range of $70,000 - $150,000 USD and a robust benefits package.