Aeromechanical Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Aeromechanical Engineer with Security Clearance
Senior Aeromechanical Engineer (Contract)

Location:

Tampa, FL Duration: 6+ months

Key Responsibilities Design & Modeling:
Lead the mechanical design of UAV airframes and internal subsystems using Solid Works, ensuring optimized weight-to-strength ratios.
Advanced Manufacturing:
Oversee the integration of composite materials and 3D-printed (Additive Manufacturing) components into flight hardware.
Component Selection:
Identify and spec critical hardware, including propulsion systems, actuators, sensors, and specialized fasteners.
Analysis & Simulation:
Conduct structural and aerodynamic assessments; familiarity with Ansys for FEA/CFD is essential to validate designs before production.
Prototyping:
Transition designs from the screen to the workbench, engaging in hands-on assembly, fit-checks, and physical testing.

Qualifications & Skills

Education:

BS in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or Aerospace Engineering.

Experience:

Extensive professional experience in the aerospace industry, specifically within UAV/UAS or Defense sectors is preferred.
Software Proficiency:
Power user in Solid Works; familiarity with Ansys preferred.
Materials Expertise:
Deep understanding of composite layup processes and high-performance 3D printing applications.
Mindset: A proactive problem-solver who enjoys being on the shop floor as much as at their desk.