Swarm Aero
Senior Structures Design Engineer
Oxnard, CA · Senior
Sponsorship not specified$155k-$225kDetected 190 days ago
Product ManagementSiemens NXStructural AnalysisMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingTime ManagementMentoring
About the role
- Our company is looking for a highly motivated and experienced structures designer to join our team.
- Candidates will be subject to a comprehensive background verification process as a prerequisite for employment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end design and development of conceptual and preliminary composite structure including interface and system integration.
- Conduct advanced feasibility studies to ensure aircraft designs meet performance, weight, and cost targets.
- Generate CAD models, including structural layout and detailed model-based part definitions, adhering to internal design standards and GD&T.
- Perform initial structure and joint sizing calculation.
- Own the design process from start to release, including conducting design reviews, structural analysis, DFM, and liaising with manufacturing and suppliers.
- Establish and maintain best practices and design standards, streamlining the design process through master files, critical interface models, etc.
- Support fast-paced prototype and production aircraft design with a focus on manufacturability.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility, manufacturability, and compliance with certification requirements.
- Swarm Aero is redefining air power, building the largest swarming UAV and the most versatile swarming aircraft network in the world.
- The company is moving quickly to launch the first aircraft designed specifically for swarming, as well as the Command & Control software to mobilize swarms of thousands of heterogeneous autonomous assets and empower human operators to achieve superhuman results.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in composite structure design for aircraft, spacecraft, or similar vehicles.
- Strong expertise in CAD software, particularly Siemens NX and Fibersim, or equivalent software.
- Hands-on experience with composite part fabrication and bonding.
- Familiarity with aviation industry standards and DoD certification requirements.
Nice to have
- Extensive experience in new product development, especially within small, agile teams.
- Experience in composite aircraft manufacturing techniques, including bonded structures.
- Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong design skills using Siemens NX/Fibersim and experience with PLM systems like Teamcenter.
- Comprehensive knowledge of aviation industry practices and DoD certification standards.
- Outstanding communication, time management, collaboration, and leadership abilities, with a proven track record of successfully working in cross-functional teams.
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
Compensation
- $155,000 - $225,000 + Equity
- What we Offer:
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
- Daily catered lunch to office
- Direct impact opportunity - be a key leader in building a critical technology for national security
- World-class team - work alongside exceptional engineers and operators solving hard problems
Benefits
- Meaningful equity in a high-growth defense technology company
- Medical, dental, vision, and 401k
- PTO and paid sick leave
- Monthly wellness stipend
- Paid parental leave
- Meaningful equity stake in a high-growth defense technology company
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
- PTO and paid sick time
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