Mechanical Designer

World View • Irvine, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Ondas Sentinel, an Ondas company, delivers multi-domain intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) solutions across air, land, sea, space, and the stratosphere. Built on a combined legacy of pioneering stratospheric platforms and proven unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), we provide mission-tailored capabilities that help customers collect, connect, and act on critical information. By integrating autonomous aircraft, high-altitude platforms, satellites, terrestrial sensors, and AI-powered analytics, Ondas Sentinel transforms data from multiple sources into a unified operating picture. The result is actionable intelligence that enables defense, government, and commercial customers to make faster, more informed decisions in dynamic and contested environments. The Mechanical Designer will collaborate closely with the Mechanical Engineering team to define and develop aircraft mechanical components. Responsibilities include creating detailed CAD models, producing accurate 2D drawings, and preparing supporting documentation. Proficiency in SolidWorks and strong knowledge of 2D drafting standards and practices are essential for success in this role.

Requirements

• Highschool diploma
• 5+ years of experience modeling, creating assemblies and 2D drawings using Solid works and Solid works PDM system.
• 3+ years’ experience generating engineering documentation (Acceptance Test Procedures, Work Instructions, BOMs, etc).
• Hands-on experience integrating components across mechanical, electrical, and/or networking domains.
• Working knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Ability to clearly document designs, analyses, and engineering changes.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with composite or lightweight metallic aircraft structures.
• UAV or military aircraft experience.

Responsibilities

• Using CAD and actual aircraft, package electrical, avionics, propulsion, and mechanical subsystems into assigned airframe volumes.
• Generate, release, and revise detailed CAD models, engineering drawings as directed.
• Generate, release and revise documents supporting manufacturing, such as Work Instructions, Acceptance Test Procedure, and Bill of Materials.
• Support fabrication, assembly, ground testing, and flight testing with hands-on troubleshooting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
• Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED