Associate Aero-Mechanical Engineer

Edge Autonomy-posted 3 days ago
$75,000 - $103,000/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • San Luis Obispo, CA
501-1,000 employees
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Edge Autonomy is seeking an early-career Aero/Mechanical Engineer to join our Air Vehicle Integrated Product Team (IPT). In this role, you will support the design, development, and validation of air vehicle structures and systems — with a particular emphasis on composite materials and precision component fabrication. You’ll be involved in the full product lifecycle, from design through fabrication and testing, gaining hands-on experience with CNC machining as part of the part creation process. This position is ideal for an engineer with a strong foundation in mechanical or aerospace design who is eager to broaden their skills in manufacturing, prototyping, and integration within an uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) environment.

  • Design and develop airframe and mechanical components for UAS, supporting projects from initial concept through production release.
  • Apply knowledge of composite materials and manufacturing methods to optimize structural performance and weight.
  • Support aerodynamic and structural analysis activities under senior engineering guidance.
  • Assist with CAD modeling, drawing generation, and configuration updates using SolidWorks (or equivalent CAD tools).
  • Support design reviews and drawing release, labeling, and BOM updates.
  • Collaborate with the production team to translate engineering designs into manufacturable components.
  • Learn and operate CNC equipment to gain firsthand experience in prototype part creation and precision machining.
  • Support test and validation activities, including component and system-level tests.
  • Participate in documentation and process improvement efforts to enhance design and build efficiency.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited institution.
  • 1–3 years of experience in aerospace, defense, or a related mechanical design field.
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or CATIA.
  • Basic understanding of composite materials, structures, and aerodynamic principles.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes including machining, layups, and assembly.
  • Exposure to FEA or CFD tools for basic design validation.
  • Willingness to learn and operate CNC machines and contribute to prototype fabrication.
  • Experience supporting mechanical or structural design from concept through production preferred.
  • Familiarity with technical drawing creation, documentation control, or configuration management.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
  • Effective communicator able to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
  • Proactive learner with interest in hands-on work and end-to-end part realization.
  • Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering preferred.
  • Experience with composite layup, tooling design, or precision machining.
  • Understanding of aerodynamic testing methods or prototype integration.
  • Exposure to configuration management tools (e.g., PDM, JIRA, or similar).
  • Previous work in UAS or small aircraft development environments.
  • Experience assisting with test planning, data analysis, or validation efforts.
  • Hands-on aptitude and mechanical curiosity.
  • Strong organizational and documentation habits.
  • Desire to develop long-term expertise in air vehicle structures and manufacturing integration.
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Paid PTO
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance
  • Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • HSA and FSA Options
  • Critical Care Plan
  • Accident Care Plan
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