Senior UAV Systems Design Engineer — Remote

Helsing; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous compensation and benefits package

Flexible paid time off

Remote and/or hybrid work options

Job summary

Helsing, located in Washington, D.C., is seeking a Design Engineer to focus on UAV platforms. You will play a vital role in modifying and adapting existing designs to meet customer requirements. The position requires collaboration with systems engineers and involves ensuring technical consistency across projects.

The ideal candidate should have a Master's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and extensive experience with CAD tools like SolidWorks. Join Helsing to work on cutting-edge defense capabilities while contributing to democratic safety.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in mechanical and/or electrical design for UAV platforms.
• Outstanding hands-on experience with 3D/2D CAD and PLM tools.
• Experience integrating COTS/GOTS equipment into complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Modify and adapt existing UAV platform designs to meet US customer needs.
• Conceptualize and design UAV hardware configurations.
• Develop modular solutions using WOSA standards.

Skills

Experience in mechanical and/or electrical design for UAV platforms

Hands-on experience with CAD/PLM tools (SolidWorks)

Knowledge of modular design principles and WOSA standards

Strong knowledge of electronic component integration

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Aerospace Engineering or related

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD/PLM tools

Job description

Helsing, located in Washington, D.C., is seeking a Design Engineer to focus on UAV platforms. You will play a vital role in modifying and adapting existing designs to meet customer requirements. The position requires collaboration with systems engineers and involves ensuring technical consistency across projects.

The ideal candidate should have a Master's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and extensive experience with CAD tools like SolidWorks. Join Helsing to work on cutting-edge defense capabilities while contributing to democratic safety.