Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, Drones & Autonomy

Skydio

San Mateo (CA)

On-site

USD 115,000 - 235,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the form of stock options
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A leading US drone company in California is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop crucial mechanical parts for autonomous flying machines. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive designs from prototyping to mass production, and utilize your expertise in 3D CAD, especially CATIA. Our competitive compensation packages include base salary, stock options, and comprehensive benefits, with annual salary ranges from $115,000 to $235,000. Join us to innovate in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

  • Prior experience in product development with a track record of execution.
  • Ability to apply engineering fundamentals for high-quality designs.
  • Mastery in 3D CAD, especially for complex assemblies.

Responsibilities

  • Design mechanical parts and assemblies for aircraft and accessories.
  • Collaborate with electrical engineers on PCBA and circuit integration.
  • Define and execute engineering tests to evaluate design trade-offs.

Skills

Product development experience
Analytical problem solving
3D CAD mastery
Prototyping skills
Mechanical design passion

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent

Tools

CATIA

Job description

A leading US drone company in California is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop crucial mechanical parts for autonomous flying machines. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive designs from prototyping to mass production, and utilize your expertise in 3D CAD, especially CATIA. Our competitive compensation packages include base salary, stock options, and comprehensive benefits, with annual salary ranges from $115,000 to $235,000. Join us to innovate in a diverse and inclusive environment.
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