Senior Mechanical Engineer, UAV Airframe & Systems

Heven AeroTech; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Heven AeroTech in Winchester, Virginia, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer who will lead airframe design, structural analysis, and system integration for unmanned aerial platforms, guiding prototype to production and ensuring manufacturability and performance. You will mentor engineers, oversee design reviews, and collaborate with manufacturing and programs to deliver high quality mechanical solutions.

A Bachelor's (Master preferred) in Mechanical/Aerospace and 5–10 years UAV experience are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering; Master’s desirable.
• 5–10 years in mechanical engineering, UAV/aerospace or complex hardware.
• Deep expertise in design, structural analysis, and system integration.
• Ability to lead subsystem development and solve advanced technical challenges.
• Clear communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of airframe structures, subsystems, and tooling across prototype and production.
• Architect workflows, drawings, and analyses for manufacturability and performance.
• Provide guidance during design reviews and mentor engineers.

Skills

Mechanical design

Structural analysis

System integration

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree desirable

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Creo

Job description

Heven AeroTech in Winchester, Virginia, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer who will lead airframe design, structural analysis, and system integration for unmanned aerial platforms, guiding prototype to production and ensuring manufacturability and performance. You will mentor engineers, oversee design reviews, and collaborate with manufacturing and programs to deliver high quality mechanical solutions.

A Bachelor's (Master preferred) in Mechanical/Aerospace and 5–10 years UAV experience are