Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Position Overview

At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated Mechanical Engineer to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design of novel aircraft, small UAS and supporting systems.
• Conduct rapid prototype development, manufacturing, and integration.
• Perform developmental and qualification testing, troubleshooting, and data analysis.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines in planning, development, and test of systems to ensure software and hardware performance and compatibility.
• This position is based at Aurora's Manassas, VA location.

Minimum Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or other relevant 4-year engineering degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum of two years of experience in aircraft or small UAS development.
• Proficiency with CAD tools including SolidWorks and/or CATIA v5.
• Proficiency with test and data analysis tools such as LabView, MATLAB, Excel, or Python.
• Knowledgeable of all aspects of the aircraft and small UAS development life cycle: mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing, and test.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex problems on the fly while supporting flight test operations.
• Self-motivator with demonstrated performance in a small team environment.
• Able to travel to remote locations for typically 2 weeks at a time approximately 4 times per year.
• Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain a security clearance.

Preferred Requirements

• Candidates with extracurricular engineering competition experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Submitting a design portfolio is also highly encouraged.
• Experience with metal and/or composites fabrication, assembly and integration.
• Proficiency operating manual and CNC mills and lathes, laser cutters, waterjets and 3D printers.
• Familiar with UAV autopilot software such as PX4 (preferred), or Ardupilot.
• Experience with electromechanical system design and programming.
• R/C pilot with experience in custom aircraft design, build, assembly, and flight operations.
• Holds current FAA Part 107 Certificate.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 35 lbs. occasionally.

Salary Range (Annualized USD)

• Minimum Range: $68,000.00 to $120,000.00
• Maximum Range: $84,000.00 to $150,000.00