Senior Mechanical Engineer I

Join Aperture Cloud and be a Force for Good. At Aperture Cloud, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other. Life at Aperture Cloud is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter. Your Impact As a Senior Mechanical Engineer , you take technical ownership of mechanical systems and assemblies — from early concept and architecture through prototyping, qualification, and production. You combine hands-on mechanical engineering , strong problem-solving skills , and technical leadership , actively shaping both our products and the way we engineer them. What You’ll Do Own mechanical system and subsystem development across the full product lifecycle. Design durable mechanical solutions for fixed, portable, and mobile cUAS systems . Develop housings, structures, and mounting concepts with focus on thermal performance, weight, stiffness, and environmental robustness . Apply structural and thermal simulation (e.g. FEA, thermal analysis) to guide design decisions and validate concepts. Take a strong hands-on role in prototyping, testing, and iterative design improvements. Solve real-world hardware problems by identifying root causes and implementing practical, robust solutions. Work closely with electrical, RF, and systems engineers on mechanical-electrical integration . Collaborate with manufacturing partners on DFM/DFA , material selection, surface treatments, and production processes. Support qualification activities including temperature, shock, vibration, and environmental testing . Participate in design reviews , contribute to engineering guidelines, and continuously improve mechanical design standards. Act as a technical mentor , sharing knowledge and experience within the engineering team. What You Bring Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Several years of experience in mechanical design and system integration for complex hardware products. Strong background in mechanical design for harsh or regulated environments . Experience with structural and thermal simulation tools (e.g. SolidWorks Simulation, Ansys, or comparable). Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g. SolidWorks or equivalent) and production-ready technical drawings. Strong hands-on skills and confidence working with workshop tools and prototypes. Practical understanding of manufacturing processes and design for production. Proven problem-solving mindset , comfortable debugging real hardware issues. Experience supporting knowledge sharing, reviews, or mentoring within an engineering team. Clear communicator who enjoys ownership, collaboration, and technical depth. Work Location: This role is based out of our Kassel office and follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in-person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless there is an approved workplace accommodation. We believe that connection fuels innovation, and our in-office culture is designed to foster meaningful teamwork, mentorship, and shared success. Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Aperture Cloud, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Important Notes The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions. Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment. We collect personal information from applicants to evaluate candidates for employment. You may request access, deletion, or exercise other CCPA rights at [email protected] or via our Aperture Cloud Privacy Web Form . 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