Staff Mechanical Engineer

PDW • Quinte West, ON

3d • $155,000 - $185,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

You will join a team of operators, engineers, and builders who solve hard problems with humility and focus. We design and produce multi-mission aerial systems that operators trust to perform in real-world conditions, reliably, repeatedly, and at scale. Our approach is grounded in operator-centered design, rapid iteration from field use, and U.S.-based manufacturing. We operate by a clear set of values: Mission First, Aim Farther, Own It, Win Together. This is how we build advantage and how we help protect our service members, our communities, and our country.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, with 7+ years of professional mechanical design experience, including experience in a technical leadership capacity.
• Expert-level SolidWorks skills with deep experience designing complex, production-grade mechanical assemblies in demanding environments.
• Proven track record of architecting and delivering high-performance electromechanical systems through full development lifecycle.
• Comprehensive knowledge of high-volume manufacturing processes including injection molding (insert molding, two-shot), sheet metal, die-casting, powdered metal, and MIM.
• Expert-level command of DFM/DFA/DFT and demonstrated experience driving designs into scalable production.
• Strong experience with FEA and CFD tools; ability to set analysis standards and review others' work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to influence and align stakeholders across disciplines.

Nice To Haves

• Background or hands-on experience with UAVs, aircraft, robotics, or autonomous systems through a full development lifecycle.
• Experience qualifying and managing suppliers for specialized components such as high-torque brushless motors or custom optics.
• Strong familiarity with industry standards such as AS9100, DO-160, and FAA Part 107.
• Experience with advanced materials including carbon fiber composites, high-strength polymers for additive manufacturing, and lightweight alloys.
• Track record of designing for automated or semi-automated assembly in a high-volume production environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across multiple mechanical subsystems and product areas.
• Define and uphold mechanical engineering standards, ensuring consistency and quality across the hardware portfolio.
• Architect complex mechanical systems as a recognized technical authority, driving design decisions with long-term manufacturability and reliability in mind.
• Collaborate with engineering and product leadership to shape the hardware development roadmap.
• Mentor engineers at all levels, investing in their technical growth and the overall capability of the team.
• Lead design reviews, FMECAs, and structured engineering processes that meet or exceed industry standards.
• Identify and resolve systemic hardware challenges that span subsystems or products.
• Support field operations and serve as a technical escalation point for complex mechanical issues.

Benefits

• Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, and vision coverage; 80% sponsored by the company.
• Safe Harbor 401(K) with company match.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• A work environment that encourages teamwork and innovation.
• Employer provided life insurance.
• Robust Employee Assistant Program (EAP).
• Competitive salary, generous paid time off (PTO), and flexible leave options.

What This Job Offers

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