Aeromechanical Engineer

Posted 1 day ago Unspecified Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience) Unspecified Engineering - Mechanical Tampa, FL (On/Off-Site) 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 SolidWorks, 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 SolidWorks; 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.

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