Senior Mechanical Engineer, Autonomous Systems for Drones

Cenith Innovations LLC; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Job summary

Cenith Innovations is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and testing of mechanical systems for unmanned aircraft, ground vehicles, and electromechanical equipment. This hands-on role covers concept through production release with cross-disciplinary collaboration.

The ideal candidate has senior-level experience, strong CAD/FEA skills, and a proven ability to translate requirements into manufacturable designs while supporting field testing and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• Senior-level mechanical engineering experience with independent ownership of complex hardware development.
• Ability to work on-site at Bend, Oregon facility and travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Own mechanical designs from requirements to production release.
• Design structures, enclosures, mechanisms for aircraft and ground vehicles.
• Create 3D CAD models, assemblies, and drawings with BOMs.
• Apply GD&T and tolerance analysis to ensure fit and inspectability.
• Perform structural calculations and FEA to evaluate strength and safety.
• Lead design reviews and mentor engineers; ensure documentation and revision control.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, manufacturing, and operations teams.

Skills

Parametric 3D CAD

GD&T and tolerance analysis

FEA and structural calculations

Hands-on rapid prototyping

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CNC machining

Sheet metal fabrication

Additive manufacturing

FEM/FEA tools

Job description

Cenith Innovations is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and testing of mechanical systems for unmanned aircraft, ground vehicles, and electromechanical equipment. This hands-on role covers concept through production release with cross-disciplinary collaboration.

The ideal candidate has senior-level experience, strong CAD/FEA skills, and a proven ability to translate requirements into manufacturable designs while supporting field testing and documentation.