Senior Mechanical & Propulsion Engineer

Aurora Flight Sciences • Manassas, VA

71d • $103,000 - $215,000

About The Position

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 Senior Mechanical & Propulsion Engineer to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or other relevant 4-year engineering degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum ten years of experience in aircraft and/or small UAS development.
• Proficiency in mechanical design for aerospace applications.
• Proficiency with CAD tools including SolidWorks, CATIA V5 and/or 3DX.
• Able to travel for up to 2 weeks at a time approximately 4 times per year.
• Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with test and data analysis tools such as LabView, MATLAB, Excel, and Python.
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of the aircraft and small UAS development life cycle from initial design concepts to manufacturing, integration, and test.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems and software development and test methods.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex problems on the fly while leading flight test operations.
• Self-motivator with demonstrated leadership performance in a multi-disciplined, small team environment.
• 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.
• Proficient in electromechanical system design and analysis.
• Proficient in embedded systems programming, verification, and test.
• Radio Controlled (R/C) pilot with experience in custom R/C aircraft design, build, assembly, and flight operations.
• Holds current FAA Part 107 Certificate.
• Submitting a design or project portfolio is highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Lead system architecture design of novel aircraft, small UAS and supporting systems.
• Lead multi-disciplined teams conducting requirements and CONOPS development, rapid prototyping, software development, manufacturing, and integration of unmanned systems.
• Lead planning, development, and test of systems to ensure software and hardware performance and compatibility.
• Lead developmental and qualification testing, troubleshooting, and data analysis.
• Interface with company leadership, program management and functional management during program execution.
• Interface with and be the primary point of contact for customers throughout the design lifecycle to report on program progress.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees