| Company Overview Near Earth Autonomy is looking for professionals eager to create a future where autonomous aircraft are commonplace and safe. Our technology enables aircraft ranging in scale from sub-meter to full scale to autonomously inspect, map, survey, and transport. At our core, we are about novel autonomous system design, development, and real-world testing, delivering to customers reliable, useful systems. Job Summary As part of the Hardware Development Group, the Mechanical Engineer will design, analyze, test, and contribute to the production of systems for autonomous aviation. The designs must accommodate a range of sensors, aircraft, and environments. The system maturities range from prototypes to products. Required Qualifications and Skills - BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent discipline.
- 3+ years of industry experience.
- Strong team collaboration and communication skills.
- Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Solidworks.
- Minimum of one product design/build/delivery cycle.
Desired Experience - Systems development for aviation/aerospace/defense markets.
- Experience with Configuration Management practices.
- System qualification, verification, and validation.
- Opto-mechanical design (windows, lenses, cameras).
- Precision actuators/gimbals.
- Design, analysis, and characterization for thermal, vibration, and ingress protection.
Benefits - Compensation compatible with qualification
- Stock options
- 401(k) plan
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid-time off and parental leave
- Life insurance, long-term and short-term disability benefits
Due to the nature of Near Earth's funding, this position is restricted to US citizens. |
