Mechanical Engineer II, UAV Systems & Prototyping

AV; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company matching

Flexible work schedule and 9/80 option

Job summary

AeroVironment seeks a Mechanical Engineer II to join a design team focused on next‑gen UAV systems. You will handle all design phases from concept through testing, including prototyping, design reviews, and manufacturing support for components and assemblies.

You will work with SolidWorks, SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS and 3D printing to deliver robust mechanical designs while meeting project timelines and performance targets. The role emphasizes collaboration and hands‑on problem solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering is required or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience designing complex mechanical systems with hardware transition.
• Experience designing machined, composite, injection-molded, sheet metal parts, wires and assemblies.
• Hands-on building/prototyping experience on lightweight miniature robotic systems or similar.
• Experience in designing electro-mechanical systems with thermodynamic constraints.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and engineering drawing practices (ASME Y14).
• Proficient with MS Office and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Designs structural components, electro-mechanical, payload, ground equipment and launch systems.
• Use CAD (SolidWorks), simulation (SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS) and rapid prototyping (3D printing).
• Create manufacturing drawings and BOMs, support design reviews and supplier interactions.
• Solve problems of moderate scope by analyzing various factors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical design

Prototype development

Thermal analysis

CAD/WG design

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks EPDM

ANSYS

MS Office

Job description

AeroVironment seeks a Mechanical Engineer II to join a design team focused on next‑gen UAV systems. You will handle all design phases from concept through testing, including prototyping, design reviews, and manufacturing support for components and assemblies.

You will work with SolidWorks, SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS and 3D printing to deliver robust mechanical designs while meeting project timelines and performance targets. The role emphasizes collaboration and hands‑on problem solving.