Senior Engineer, Mechanical Test
Design, build, and operate mechanical test systems for next-generation aircraft. Lead CAD/FEA work, hydraulic system integration, sensor instrumentation, and Python-based test automation.
Senior Engineer, Mechanisms - Catapult (R4939)
Design and develop complex electro-mechanical mechanisms for autonomous UAV launch and recovery systems, including CAD, structural analysis, prototyping, and testing. Requires 5+ years of mechanical design experience and a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
110k – 160kDallas, TXHardware EngineeringOnsite5+ YOE
About the role
Responsibilities
- Design complex electro-mechanical mechanisms for autonomous aircraft launch and recovery systems
- Own the full design process: concept, CAD, tolerance analysis, material selection, and drawing release
- Perform structural and kinematic calculations and preliminary FEA
- Prototype, test, and iterate mechanism designs for functionality and reliability
- Collaborate with electrical, avionics, flight controls, and test teams
- Support pre-production builds, prototype integration, and ground/flight testing
Requirements
- B.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering
- 5+ years in mechanical or mechanism design
- 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 AnalysisFEAGD&TTolerance Stack-UpsMaterials SelectionFinite Element MethodsElectro-Mechanical Design
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