Role SummaryWe're seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support electronics packaging and structural design across our vehicle power system. You will work at the intersection of mechanical design, electrical integration, and manufacturing-helping take hardware from early layouts through detailed design, release, build, and test. The work emphasizes robust packaging for harsh environments (thermal, vibration, shock, EMI/EMC constraints), along with practical, producible structural design.
What You'll Do- Design and iterate electronics packaging: structural frames, enclosures, trays, brackets, stiffeners, mounts, cable/connector access, and serviceability features.
- Partner with EE teams to define mechanical interfaces for PCBs, harnessing, connectors, and LRU-style modules; maintain ICDs and drawing packages.
- Perform first-order thermal and structural assessments (load paths, stiffness, margin checks) and support deeper analysis as needed.
- Produce detailed CAD, drawings, and release packages (BOMs, tolerances, notes, finish/corrosion requirements) and support manufacturing through build.
- Support integration: fit checks, bench bring-up, vibration/handling events, and design updates based on test findings.
- Contribute to lightweight, repeatable engineering processes: checklists, standards, and design reviews that keep us moving fast while staying rigorous.
Who You Are- BS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
- Ability to size structural components with solid first principles understanding of load path
- Comfortable in CAD and producing drawings for fabrication and assembly.
- Familiar with electronics packaging constraints (mounting, cooling, vibration/shock, grounding/EMI considerations, connector/harness strain relief).
- Practical problem solver who enjoys being close to hardware (lab, integration bay, shipboard environment).
- Clear communicator who collaborates across mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing stakeholders.
Nice to Haves- Exposure to structural analysis methods, GD&T, environmental qualification (vibe/thermal), and/or configuration control practices common in aerospace programs.
- Familiarity with materials/finishes for marine or outdoor environments.
What We Offer - Incredibly high-caliber teammates. You'll work directly with our co-founders Rylan, Scott, and Austin.
- A fast-paced, creative working environment that offers a lot of room for ownership and growth.
- Opportunity to join a meaningful mission that protects American and our Democracy.
- Salary Range: $77,000 - $100,000 annual base salary (final compensation will depend on experience and skill level
- Startup equity options
- Generous PTO, medical, dental, and free vision coverage.
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities. By applying, you confirm that you are a U.S. Person and can provide acceptable documentation verifying your status if selected.
