Hardware Engineer

Citizens and permanent residents only - we do not sponsor and cannot hire non-citizens or PRs. We work 6 days a week in the office in downtown San Francisco, no remote available.

Overview

Aurelius Systems is a directed energy company developing edge-deployed laser systems for cUAS applications. We shoot down drones with laser guns. The role focuses on hardware engineering for rapid prototyping of laser defense systems, leading structural and thermal analysis, and hands-on prototype testing in demanding defense environments.

Responsibilities

• Thermal Management : Develop and validate thermal solutions (passive and active) for high‑power laser modules; conduct conjugate heat transfer and transient thermal simulations and FEA
• Structural Simulation : Perform stress, vibration, and modal analyses using ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation, or equivalent tools; optimize designs for durability, weight, and dynamic loads
• Mechanical Design & Analysis : Create and refine CAD models for thermal management and structural prototypes
• Prototype Development & Testing : Drive hands‑on mechanical prototyping (CNC, additive, or other rapid fabrication); plan and execute vibration, shock, environmental, and robustness tests
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM) : Conduct DFM reviews to optimize geometry, tolerances, and material selection; collaborate with suppliers and fabricators
• Material Selection & Qualification : Evaluate metals, polymers, and composites for mechanical strength, thermal conductivity, and EMI compatibility; develop and execute mechanical and environmental test protocols
• Manufacturing Readiness : Generate BOMs, GD&T drawings, and assembly instructions; oversee transition of prototypes to production with MIL‑STD and ITAR considerations
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration : Partner with optics, electronics, firmware, and controls teams to integrate hardware modules; provide hands‑on support during system assembly, integration, and field testing

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