Pdwcareers

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Denver, CO · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 26 days ago

SolidWorksFEACFDThermal AnalysisGD&TDO-160RoboticsMechanical DesignCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

Proven experience designing and delivering complex electromechanical systems in demanding environments (thermal, vibration, or mechanical shock).
Deep familiarity with high-volume manufacturing processes including injection molding, sheet metal, die-casting, and CNC machining.

Our Senior Mechanical Engineer will: Lead the design and development of complex mechanical assemblies and systems from concept through production.
Own 3D CAD modeling, GD&T, and drawing packages for significant subsystems in SolidWorks.
Apply DFM, DFA, and DFT principles rigorously to drive manufacturability and scalability.
Lead design reviews and mentor junior engineers through technical guidance and hands-on support.
Oversee prototype builds, validation testing, and root cause analysis on hardware issues.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to transition designs into scalable production.
Drive continuous improvement in system reliability, weight, cost, and assembly efficiency.
Support field deployments and product demonstrations, including hands-on debugging of real-world issues.
Hands-on experience co-developing designs with electrical teams, including thermal management of PCBs or wire routing.
Performance Drone Works (PDW) is building the next generation of tactical robotic systems used across defense, national security, and public safety missions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Must have manual dexterity to operate standard machine shop equipment and standard office equipment.
Must be physically capable of tolerating loud noise, heat, cold, dust, or chemicals (with PPE).
Requirements Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, with 5+ years of professional mechanical design experience.
Strong understanding of DFM/DFA/DFT and experience applying these principles to drive manufacturability.
Experience with FEA and/or CFD tools for structural, thermal, or fluid analysis.
Experience with advanced materials including carbon fiber composites, high-strength polymers, or lightweight alloys.
Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, climb, and move about regularly throughout the day and lift / carry up to 25 pounds.

Preferred Background or direct experience with UAVs, aircraft, robotics, or autonomous systems.

Advanced 3D CAD skills in SolidWorks with a strong command of complex assemblies, GD&T, and production ready drawing packages.

Benefits include: Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, and vision coverage; 80% sponsored by the company.
Competitive salary, generous paid time off (PTO), and flexible leave options.

Safe Harbor 401(K) with company match.
As we expand into Denver, we are building a new center of engineering excellence to design our new category of tactical robotic systems and the industrial capacity to deliver them, bringing decisive airpower into the hands of every operator.
We are not here to make promises; we are here to deliver real systems with real capabilities for real missions
We design and produce multi-mission aerial systems that operators trust to perform in real-world conditions, reliably, repeatedly, and at scale.

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