Engineer II, Structural Analysis
Perform structural analysis and testing for advanced UAV airframes using FEA, hand calculations, and mechanical testing to ensure integrity, performance, and safety.
Engineer II, Hydraulics (R4936)
Mechanical Engineer responsible for designing and developing complex hydraulic fluid systems for autonomous aircraft UAVs. Requires 2+ years of experience in mechanical design with a focus on fluid systems, strong CAD skills, and expertise in structural analysis and FEA.
88k – 130kDallas, TXHardware EngineeringOnsite2+ YOE
About the role
Responsibilities
- Design complex hydraulic fluid systems for autonomous aircraft launch and recovery systems
- Support the full design process: concept, CAD, tolerance analysis, material selection, and drawing release
- Perform structural calculations and preliminary FEA
- Prototype, test, and iterate mechanism designs for functionality and reliability
- Collaborate with electrical, avionics, flight controls, manufacturing, and test teams
- Support pre-production builds, prototype integration, and ground/flight testing
- Participate in design reviews, architecture discussions, and technical decision-making forums related to hydraulic systems
- Identify opportunities to improve design processes, configuration management, and team workflows for increased engineering velocity and design quality
Requirements
- B.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering
- 2+ years in mechanical or mechanism design with a focus on fluid systems
- Strong CAD skills (NX preferred)
- Kinematic analysis and optimization
- Structural analysis utilizing hand calculations and finite element methods
- FEA analysis: Modal, non-linear and linear, buckling, fatigue
- GD&T and tolerance stack-ups for mechanical systems
- Materials selection inclusive of alloys, heat treatments, allowables, and finishes
- Ability to work independently in fast-paced, cross-functional teams
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience with UAVs, aircraft, or robotic systems
- Familiarity with electro-mechanical actuators
- Proficiency in FMEA, DOE, and root cause analysis
- Hands-on machine shop or mechanic experience (professional or hobby)
- MIL-STD-810, structural, or actuated mechanism testing experience
- Ability to thrive in startup, R&D, or defense innovation environments
Skills
CADNxKinematic AnalysisStructural AnalysisFEAFinite Element AnalysisGD&TTolerance AnalysisMaterials SelectionHydraulic Systems
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