Staff Mechanical Engineer, Drone Parachute Systems (Hybrid)

Skyrocket Ventures; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruiting firm is hiring a Sr. to Staff Mechanical Engineer specializing in delivery drone parachute systems. Located in San Francisco, this role involves designing, testing, and developing reliable parachute recovery systems for UAVs in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and have experience with safety-critical hardware and parachute systems. The salary range is competitive, targeting $200k-$250k, with total compensation potentially reaching $500k.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Experience with parachute or textile recovery systems is crucial.
• Familiarity with ASTM standards related to parachute safety systems needed.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing parachute systems for UAVs.
• Conducting tests to validate performance and reliability.
• Collaborating with systems engineering for integration.

Skills

Designing parachute recovery systems

Prototyping

Failure analysis

Reliability engineering

CAD skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

A leading technology recruiting firm is hiring a Sr. to Staff Mechanical Engineer specializing in delivery drone parachute systems. Located in San Francisco, this role involves designing, testing, and developing reliable parachute recovery systems for UAVs in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and have experience with safety-critical hardware and parachute systems. The salary range is competitive, targeting $200k-$250k, with total compensation potentially reaching $500k.