UAV Mechanical Engineer — Flight Structures & DFMA

Swift Engineering, Inc

San Clemente (CA)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance - 100% covered for Employees
Dental Insurance - 100% covered for Employees
Life Insurance - 100% covered by company
401k with company match
Generous holiday calendar
16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave
Family Planning & Parenting Support

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in San Clemente is seeking an experienced UAV Mechanical Engineer to design and develop structures for unmanned aerial vehicle platforms. The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, at least 5 years of related experience, and expertise in SolidWorks. This role focuses on creating mechanical designs, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring manufacturability. Competitive salary range is $130,000 to $150,000 with generous benefits and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of UAV-related experience or aerospace experience.
  • Strong experience designing mechanisms and structural components.
  • Familiarity with composite materials and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop mechanical structures and mechanisms for UAV platforms.
  • Create detailed 3D CAD models and drawings using SolidWorks.
  • Collaborate with various engineering teams.

Skills

Hands-on design experience
Understanding of composite structures
Proficiency in SolidWorks
Familiarity with 3-D printing techniques
Ability to work collaboratively

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

A leading aerospace company in San Clemente is seeking an experienced UAV Mechanical Engineer to design and develop structures for unmanned aerial vehicle platforms. The ideal candidate will have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, at least 5 years of related experience, and expertise in SolidWorks. This role focuses on creating mechanical designs, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring manufacturability. Competitive salary range is $130,000 to $150,000 with generous benefits and a dynamic work environment.
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