Mechanical Packaging Engineer

ALTEN Technology • Mountain View, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Our client is the first non-military unmanned aircraft company to receive FAA Type Certification (2022) and operate under an FAA Production Certificate. We are seeking a Mechanical Packaging Engineer to lead the mechanical packaging and systems integration for aircraft (avionics, motors, controllers) and ground systems for our drone delivery system.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of electromechanical packaging and systems integration experience
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, NX, CATIA)
• GD&T and design for manufacturing and assembly
• Familiarity with the aerospace regulatory environment (FAA airworthiness requirements)

Nice To Haves

• UAV or aerospace experience
• Thermal and vibration analysis
• Enclosure and ingress-protection design

Responsibilities

• Package avionics, motors, controllers, and related hardware in the aircraft
• Package electronics and subsystems in docks and ground systems
• Manage space claims, mounting, and serviceability access
• Address thermal management, vibration, and environmental protection
• Coordinate harness routing and interfaces with the electrical team
• Produce CAD models, drawings, and integration documentation

Benefits

• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
• Drug-free workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level