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Senior Mechanical EngineerMedium • San Francisco, CA, United States
Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Medium • San Francisco, CA, United States
22 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with a passion for owning complex systems from the ground up. You thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving complex integration challenges, and are passionate about building high-performance, elegant aerospace systems. Your expertise will be critical in developing the mechanical or fluid systems that enable our advanced aircraft to push the boundaries of flight. In this role, you will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of one or more vehicle subsystems, driving innovation from initial concept through flight testing and beyond. You will spearhead the end-to-end development of critical vehicle systems, potentially including flight controls, landing gear, fuel or hydraulics. Your leadership will be pivotal in mentoring other engineers and ensuring the seamless integration of resilient and scalable mechanical systems.

Duties :

  • Own the entire design lifecycle, from translating initial requirements into a working concept through detailed design, analysis, fabrication, and flight test.
  • Perform system-level trade studies and architecture evaluations to optimize performance, weight, and reliabilityLead the technical design and integration of complex mechanical and fluid systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and efficiency to meet the demands of challenging environments.
  • Drive the selection, development, and integration of system components, managing supplier activities to optimize performance and achieve program goals.
  • Perform and document in-depth system analyses, including performance modeling and system safety analysis.
  • Develop comprehensive test plans and lead validation and verification activities, from component-level qualification to integrated vehicle functional tests.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including structures, propulsion, avionics, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration.
  • Mentor and train other engineers, fostering technical excellence and driving innovative solutions to complex system design challenges.

Requirements :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in mechanical systems design and integration for aerospace applications.
  • Proven record of owning the full development lifecycle of a complex mechanical subsystem on an air vehicle.
  • Strong proficiency in 3D CAD tools (such as NX, CATIA V5, or SolidWorks) for designing mechanical parts and systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze system behavior using first principles and appropriate analytical methods.
  • Experience leading technical design reviews and providing clear, actionable direction to other engineers and technicians.
  • Hands-on experience with hardware prototyping, system integration, and executing component and system-level test plans.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Willingness to travel to test sites when needed.
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