Mechanical Engineer V/VI

About this role

Zone 5 Technologies is seeking a Mechanical Engineer V/VI to lead the design and development of innovative mechanical systems for unmanned aircraft systems. This senior role includes mentorship of junior engineers, strategic oversight, and contributions to advancements in UAS technologies.

What you'll do

• Lead the design of mechanical systems for UAVs.
• Oversee UAV prototype development and testing.
• Conduct stress and fatigue analysis on mechanical systems.
• Develop thermal management systems for UAVs.
• Collaborate across disciplines to integrate systems.
• Drive research in advanced materials for UAV applications.

What they're looking for

• Proficient in CAD and mechanical design software.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Experience in design for manufacturability.
• Skilled in finite element analysis and simulations.
• Background in fluid dynamics and aerodynamics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to drive innovation in engineering projects.