Mechanical Engineer

Lumenier/GetFPV

Ellenton, FL

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

3D Printing, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Carbon Fiber, Communication Skills, Composite Materials, Computer Firmware, Contract Manufacturing, Debugging Skills, Design for Assembly (DFA), Electricity, Electronics, Embedded Systems, Engineering Drawing, Finite Element Analysis, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Hardware Development, Identify Issues, Manufacturing Design, Mechanical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Support, Propulsion, Prototyping, Robotics, Root Cause Analysis, SolidWorks, System Integration (SI), Team Player, Test Design, Test Fixtures, Testing, Time Management, Tolerance Analysis, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Writing Skills

LOCATION

Ellenton, FL

POSTED

10 days ago

Job Summary:

The UAV industry is a fast-paced and constantly evolving market in which Lumenier is a key player.

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for drone hardware and structures. This position requires a broad set of skills within the mechanical engineering discipline.

Technical Capabilities/Skills:

To perform at a high level, the Mechanical Engineer ideal candidate would have the following capabilities and skills:

· Strong foundation in mechanical design, structures, and materials

· Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar)

· Experience designing and releasing production-ready parts and assemblies

· Ability to create detailed engineering drawings with GD&T and tolerance analysis

· Experience with lightweight structural design and material selection (aluminum, carbon fiber, plastics)

· Familiarity with FEA or first-principles analysis for structural and thermal problems

· Hands-on prototyping experience (3D printing, CNC machining, composites, or manual fabrication)

· Experience designing for manufacturability and assembly (DFM/DFA)

· Ability to take designs from concept through prototyping, testing, and production

· Experience debugging mechanical systems and root-causing failures in real-world conditions

· Familiarity with vibration, shock, and thermal considerations in dynamic systems

· Experience working with vendors, suppliers, or contract manufacturers

The ideal candidate would also have experience with the following (“nice to have”):

· Experience with drone, UAV, aerospace, or robotics systems

· Familiarity with FPV hardware (frames, mounts, propulsion integration)

· Experience with composites and carbon fiber structural design

· Knowledge of motors, propulsion systems, or rotating machinery

· Experience designing vibration-sensitive or high-performance systems

· Prior experience supporting production scaling or field reliability

· Experience designing test fixtures, jigs, or validation setups

· Exposure to cross-disciplinary systems (electronics integration, embedded systems)

· Hands-on building experience (RC aircraft, drones, robotics projects, etc.)

· FPV flight experience or strong interest in drone systems

Personal Skills/Abilities:

· Comfortable working in a fast-paced, iterative hardware development environment

· Compelling work ethic and attitudinal awareness around “getting the job done right”

· Strong problem-solving skills and ability to iterate quickly on hardware

· Ability to collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Strong aptitude for root cause analysis and troubleshooting

· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

· 2+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical or hardware engineering

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