ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking to hire a Mechanical Engineer to join our team to provide design solutions for our complex UAV projects.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
- Actively participate in Research & Development activities for UAV/UAS and UGV systems.
- Design, develop, and optimize mechanical structures, airframes, and mechanical assemblies for unmanned platforms.
- Develop detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for prototype and production.
- Design lightweight, manufacturable, and structurally efficient mechanical components while considering strength, weight, and reliability.
- Support prototype manufacturing using CNC machining, composite manufacturing, sheet metal fabrication, and additive manufacturing techniques.
- Perform mechanical integration of propulsion systems, payloads, landing gear, avionics mounting, and structural components.
- Support prototype assembly, ground testing, flight testing, troubleshooting, and engineering validation activities.
- Conduct engineering investigations, root cause analysis, and implement corrective design improvements.
- Collaborate with electronics, software, manufacturing, and flight test teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Prepare and maintain engineering documentation including drawings, design reports, assembly instructions, engineering change requests (ECR), and test reports.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical design, product development, and system integration for UAV/UAS, UGV, or aerospace systems.
- Strong experience in 3D CAD design using SolidWorks, CATIA, Siemens NX, CREO, or similar engineering software.
- Practical experience in UAV structural design, airframe development, prototype assembly, and mechanical integration.
- Hands-on experience in composite structures, CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and rapid prototyping.
- Experience supporting prototype manufacturing, mechanical testing, flight testing, and design validation.
- Good understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), GD&T, tolerance analysis, and engineering drawing preparation.
- Experience working in multidisciplinary R&D environments supporting rapid product development and engineering change implementation.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
WHY CHOOSE THE COMPANY
At the company, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent from across the globe, the company is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes.
Working at the company also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax-free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include:
- Family visas
- Annual flight tickets
- Medical insurance for you and your dependents
- Education allowances for your children
CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
If you feel your skills, experience, and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to the company.
Any information you share as part of your company candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations.
The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, color, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
As a global organization, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting.
