Mechanical Engineer II

Position Responsibilities

Design structural components, electro‑mechanical design, payload mechanical design, ground equipment mechanical design, launching systems, flight‑control actuators integration, thermal analysis, prototype hardware development, tooling & fixtures design.

• Use CAD tools (Solid Works), simulation tools (Solid Works Simulation, ANSYS) and rapid prototyping techniques (3D printing, etc.) to accomplish design work.
• Develop manufacturing drawings and bills of materials for components and assemblies using industry drafting standards; support design reviews; assist project managers in planning and scheduling engineering work; support manufacturing and suppliers with production of components and assemblies.
• Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires consideration of a variety of factors.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent education, training and experience.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience designing complex mechanical systems with demonstrated transition to hardware.
• Experience designing machined parts, simple composite parts, plastic injection‑molded parts, sheet‑metal parts, wire assemblies, mechanical assemblies.
• Hands‑on building/prototyping experience in lightweight miniature robotic systems or similar.
• Experience designing electro‑mechanical systems with thermodynamic constraints.
• Competent with mechanical engineering process and design/analysis tools.
• Proven experience creating engineering drawings in compliance with ASME Y14.100, Y14.5 and related ASME Y14 series standards.
• Proficient in Solid Works and MS Office.

• Experience with Solid Works EPDM is preferred.
• Experience designing tooling or test equipment is preferred.
• Competency in solving basic structural dynamics problems.
• Understanding of engineering configuration management processes and material properties.
• Understanding of environmental testing, including shock and vibration.
• Ability to excel in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment; strong initiative; ownership of work products; commitment to learning and improvement; teamwork orientation.
• Able to take ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.

• Ability to work in an office and production environment (constant).
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (frequent).

No clearance.

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR and EAR or be approved for an export license. U.S. citizenship may be required.

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. Visit  for more information.

Based in California, Aero Vironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer Dr. Paul Mac Cready, we have been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years.

Design, develop, produce and support advanced UAS and missile systems for U.S. Department of Defense and allied forces.

Aero Vironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.