Mechanical Engineer

World View; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ondas Sentinel in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design high-altitude balloons, stratocraft, launch equipment and subsystems. You will collaborate with engineering and design teams to develop new products and review specifications to ensure requirements are met.

The role involves troubleshooting, performing failure investigations, and creating detailed schematics using SolidWorks. Field testing will be conducted with support from the operations team to ensure reliable performance.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required
• 4+ years mechanical design experience
• Experience with SolidWorks Simulation

Responsibilities

• Design new and existing high-altitude balloons, stratocraft, launch equipment, and subsystems.
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering and Design teams to develop products.
• Reviews design specifications and project requirements.
• Evaluates performance issues through troubleshooting and failure investigation.
• Creates detailed design schematics through the use of design software.
• Field testing flight hardware with assistance from the operations team

Skills

Structural design & analysis

DFM / DFA

GD&T

ASME standards

Communication skills

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

$130,000 - $140,000 a year

Mechanical Engineer

Tucson, AZ

Company Overview

Ondas is building a new kind of intelligence company, one designed for a world where speed, autonomy, and decision advantage matter more than ever. By combining multi‑domain platforms, advanced sensing, secure networks, and AI‑enabled analytics, Ondas helps defense, government, and critical infrastructure customers transform complex mission data into decision‑ready insights when and where they matter most.

Ondas Sentinel is Ondas’ U.S.‑based defense division, purpose‑built to deliver U.S.‑made, U.S.‑delivered capabilities for the Department of Defense and allied ministries of defense. The division brings together advanced autonomous systems, mission technologies, and intelligence solutions that help customers create persistent awareness, operate with confidence, and make faster decisions in complex and contested environments.

The Stratospheric ISR business unit within Ondas Sentinel is focused on one of the most unique mission areas in aerospace and defense: manufacturing and operating high‑altitude stratospheric balloon systems. Few companies in the world can do this work at operational scale. That means our teams arenot simply maintaining existing systems; they are building new capabilities, solving first‑of‑their‑kind challenges, and helping define what persistent.

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer will work on the design of new and existing high‑altitude balloons, stratocraft, launch equipment, and other subsystems.

Role Responsibilities

• Work cross functionally with Engineering and Design teams to develop new and existing products
• Reviews design specifications and project requirements
• Evaluates performance issues through troubleshooting and failure investigation
• Creates detailed design schematics through the use of design software
• Field testing flight hardware with assistance from the operations team

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering
• 4+ years of Mechanical Design Experience
• Solid understanding of structural design and analysis using hand calcs and SolidWorks Simulation
• Use of Design for Manufacture and Design for Assembly (DFM/DFA)
• Strong understanding of GD&T
• Working knowledge of ASME standards
• Proficient in the use of Mechanical Design programs such as SolidWorks
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Bonus Points

• Experience working with Aerospace materials
• Experience with high altitude balloon design
• MS in Mechanical Engineering

What We Offer

You will work side by side with experts in emerging technology, gaining exposure to cutting‑edge ideas and projects that are shaping the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance because we believe in taking care of the you as a person, not just a team member.

Our Tucson workplace is designed to support collaboration, focus, and well‑being, with an on‑site environment that keeps supply chain, manufacturing, engineering, quality, and program teams closely connected to the mission.

We believe in creating a dynamic and inclusive workplace where creativity thrives, and every voice is heard. Our commitment to all team members is built upon five core cultural pillars: Engage, Lean In, Create, Care, and Own. Together, these pillars form the foundation of our employee experience while adhering to the highest standards of ethical and sustainable practices.

Some Final Notes

The description gives you a sense of what the position involves but is not an exhaustive list. We are a growing and evolving team, which means your responsibilities may shift or expand over time as new opportunities arise. Flexibility and curiosity are part of what makes our work exciting!

At Ondas Sentinel, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate belonging and diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We welcome applications from every background and life experience because we know our differences make us stronger.