Senior Mechanical Engineer, Aerospace Electronics Packaging

AeroVironment, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 123,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design, analyze and test mechanical systems for high altitude aerospace equipment. You will lead mechanical packaging for electronics and supervise development with subcontractors, ensuring performance in harsh environments.

The role emphasizes producing mechanical drawings, BOMs, and test plans, while guiding a project team through schedules and milestones. A strong background in production-oriented mechanical design is essential.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
• Experience developing for production rotating electrical machines and electronics packaging.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD 961D or equivalent for subsystem specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead thermal, structural, dynamic and fluid flow analyses for electronics equipment.
• Direct testing and data collection in lab and field.
• Develop mechanical drawings and BOMs; create assembly instructions and test procedures.

Skills

years of experience

MIL-STD 961D

team leadership

problem solving

communication

Education

MS degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

ANSYS Icepack

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design, analyze and test mechanical systems for high altitude aerospace equipment. You will lead mechanical packaging for electronics and supervise development with subcontractors, ensuring performance in harsh environments.

The role emphasizes producing mechanical drawings, BOMs, and test plans, while guiding a project team through schedules and milestones. A strong background in production-oriented mechanical design is essential.