Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager — Aerospace UAVs

Shield AI; San Diego (TX); On-site; USD 185,234 - 277,850; Full time

Job summary

A deep-tech company is looking for a Senior Manager in Mechanical Engineering to lead a team in developing mechanical systems for next-generation UAVs. The position requires over 10 years of experience in aerospace design, proficiency in CAD tools like SolidWorks, and strong leadership qualities. The role’s responsibilities include guiding engineers, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating across multiple engineering teams. Competitive salary between $185,234 and $277,850, along with benefits, equity, and a bonus structure.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in aerospace equipment design.
• Experience with harness integration and mechanical component design.
• Experience working directly with fabrication shops and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team designing complex electro-mechanical solutions.
• Drive structural, thermal, and modal analyses for systems.
• Work cross-functionally with various engineering teams.

Skills

Experience in mechanical & electrical equipment design for aerospace

Expertise in CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, CATIA)

Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Education

B.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Finite element analysis (FEA)

Thermal analysis tools

eCAD software (Altium, Cadence, Allegro)

Job description

A deep-tech company is looking for a Senior Manager in Mechanical Engineering to lead a team in developing mechanical systems for next-generation UAVs. The position requires over 10 years of experience in aerospace design, proficiency in CAD tools like SolidWorks, and strong leadership qualities. The role’s responsibilities include guiding engineers, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating across multiple engineering teams. Competitive salary between $185,234 and $277,850, along with benefits, equity, and a bonus structure.