Senior Mechanical Engineer

Pivotal•Palo Alto, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly aircraft the world's first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market. Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal aircraft are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been flying for over 10 years. Last year we announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, which is rapidly progressing toward general release and scalable production in early 2026. Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of modern technology investments. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. If you are ready for adventure, we invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us. The Aeromechanical team at Pivotal is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team. In this position you will serve as a lead over a variety of subsystems and mechanisms on our aircrafts. You will also be designing and carrying out tests of a variety of our subsystems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field
5+ years of experience in mechanical design and development, preferably in the aerospace or aviation industry
Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes
Experience with CATIA, or similar CAD software
Experience with FEA (ABAQUS/3DX preferred)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong leadership skills and ability to manage and mentor junior engineers

Nice To Haves

Experience with eVTOL or other electric aircraft
Master's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development and testing of aircraft systems and components.
Conduct FEA analysis on aircraft structures to ensure performance and reliability
Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
Develop and maintain detailed design documentation
Collaborate with other teams to ensure the mechanical systems are integrated and optimized and comply with the product requirements
Conduct testing and validation of mechanical systems, including ground and flight testing
Participate in the development of test plans and procedures
Identify and resolve technical issues and risks