Jobs in San Luis Obispo County, CA

About the role

We're looking for a Mechanical Engineer V/VI for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) which is a senior-level role responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of advanced mechanical systems for UAVs. This position involves strategic oversight, innovative problem-solving, and mentorship of junior engineers.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in engineering roles.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD and mechanical design software (e.g., SolidWorks)
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and drafting
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFMA) and tooling design
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) and other advanced simulation tools
• Experience in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, structural mechanics, and aerodynamics
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and ability to mentor
• Proven ability to drive innovation and manage complex engineering projects
• Above experience including 5 years dedicated to UAV development
• Advanced proficiency in CAD primarily for aerospace and UAS applications
• Expertise in structural mechanics, aerodynamics, thermodynamics

Benefits