Sr. Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Job description

Performance Drone Works (PDW) builds technologies for the warfighter, by the warfighter. Born out of the Drone Racing League, our roots are competitive, our mindset is tactical, and our mission is clear: deliver purpose-built unmanned systems to those who serve. We are not here to sell vapor; we build and ship real capabilities for real missions. Now, we’re entering a new phase of growth and are looking for a Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our team, contributing to the next wave of system and tool development for our upcoming product lines. The ideal candidate will thrive working in an innovative and fast-paced work environment, have excellent critical thinking skills, and will play a pivotal role in the expansion of the Mechanical Engineering team at PDW. What You'll Do: - Lead advanced 3D CAD modeling, design reviews, and simulation/analysis for complex systems. - Serve as subject matter expert on core projects, guiding material selection, DFM/DFA, and test strategy. - Oversee prototype builds, root cause analysis, and validation testing to ensure design integrity. - Define, review, and execute test plans, ensuring compliance with performance and regulatory standard...