Lead, Aeromechanical Engineering at AeroVironment
Huntsville, AL 35801
About the Job
Worker TypeRegularJob DescriptionSummaryThe AeroMechanical Engineering Lead coordinates with other program managers, engineering managers, and functional groups to meet project requirements and milestones
As a member of the Engineering leadership team, the Aeromechanical Engineering Lead participates in executing the overall engineering product development strategy, team development, and evaluation.Position ResponsibilitiesLeads a group of Aeromechanical, Aerospace, Mechanical, and/or Manufacturing Engineers, including staffing, training, performance evaluation and career development; attracts and retains high caliber staff and provides mentorshipPlans, coordinates, and directs engineering development projects, including product changes and enhancementsDesigns, modifies, develops, and implements aeromechanical/mechanical engineering solutions as an individual contributor and/or team leadPerforms all aspects of vehicle design from initial concept to complete production-ready design.Resolution of design challenges and coordination with multidisciplinary engineering groups.Builds and tests prototype systems in order to validate designsConducts informal and formal presentations.Works with manufacturing organization for the introduction of new designsFrequently interacts with customers and/or functional peer group leaders, and suppliers, normally involving matters between functional areasCollaborates with Program Managers to create and periodically review resource plansEstablishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, and work plansOther duties as assignedBasic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Aeromechanical, Mechanical or related Engineering is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceMinimum 8+ years of relevant engineering experienceMinimum 2+ years successfully leading a teamMinimum 5+ years’ experience on multiple engineering projects including research and development efforts.Demonstrated competence in Mechanical Engineering processes and design/analysis tools, solving Mechanics & Kinematics problemsDemonstrated understanding of metallic, plastic and composite material propertiesDemonstrated ability to solve basic structural dynamics problemsProficiency in SolidWorks, Excel, Word and PowerPoint is requiredDemonstrated understanding of industry design and documentation standards (GD&T, ASME, Change Control, etc.)Experienced with designing: machined parts, composite parts, injection molded parts, sheet metal parts, wire assemblies and mechanical assembliesExperienced with: mechanical, lab, field, flight, and environmental testing.Demonstrated understanding of engineering configuration management processes.Experienced with working from high-level program requirementsAbility to analyze the assigned project, break down work into functional disciplines and/or subsystems and create design/develop plansAbility to obtain at minimum a Secret level DoD security clearanceOther Qualifications & Desired CompetenciesAdvanced degree is preferredHands-on experience with metal and composite fabrication and 3D printing is preferredDemonstrated familiarity with UAVs and related engineering design processes is preferredKnowledge and experience of analytical techniques and tools for FEA, Thermal, Aerodynamics is preferredDemonstrates competency in communicating technically and effectively with multiple disciplinesSkilled at identifying, communicating, and mitigating technical risks and issuesDemonstrates strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skillsExercises independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining resultsUses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstancesInspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employeesBrings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness, and the creation of a shared visionChampions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of changeDemonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationshipsAssesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunityPhysical DemandsAbility to work in an office 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)The salary range for this role is:$124,370 - $176,400AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.ITAR Requirement: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”)
In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S
person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction
Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements
A “U.S
person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S
citizen, U.S
lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee
See 22 CFR § 120.15
Some positions will require current U.S
Citizenship due to contract requirements.Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: .We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.Who We AreBased in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems
Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr
Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years
Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.What We DoBuilding on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S
Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans
AeroVironment, 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.ITARU.S
Citizenship requiredSummaryLocation: Huntsville, AL; Moorpark, CAType: Full time
As a member of the Engineering leadership team, the Aeromechanical Engineering Lead participates in executing the overall engineering product development strategy, team development, and evaluation.Position ResponsibilitiesLeads a group of Aeromechanical, Aerospace, Mechanical, and/or Manufacturing Engineers, including staffing, training, performance evaluation and career development; attracts and retains high caliber staff and provides mentorshipPlans, coordinates, and directs engineering development projects, including product changes and enhancementsDesigns, modifies, develops, and implements aeromechanical/mechanical engineering solutions as an individual contributor and/or team leadPerforms all aspects of vehicle design from initial concept to complete production-ready design.Resolution of design challenges and coordination with multidisciplinary engineering groups.Builds and tests prototype systems in order to validate designsConducts informal and formal presentations.Works with manufacturing organization for the introduction of new designsFrequently interacts with customers and/or functional peer group leaders, and suppliers, normally involving matters between functional areasCollaborates with Program Managers to create and periodically review resource plansEstablishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, and work plansOther duties as assignedBasic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Aeromechanical, Mechanical or related Engineering is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceMinimum 8+ years of relevant engineering experienceMinimum 2+ years successfully leading a teamMinimum 5+ years’ experience on multiple engineering projects including research and development efforts.Demonstrated competence in Mechanical Engineering processes and design/analysis tools, solving Mechanics & Kinematics problemsDemonstrated understanding of metallic, plastic and composite material propertiesDemonstrated ability to solve basic structural dynamics problemsProficiency in SolidWorks, Excel, Word and PowerPoint is requiredDemonstrated understanding of industry design and documentation standards (GD&T, ASME, Change Control, etc.)Experienced with designing: machined parts, composite parts, injection molded parts, sheet metal parts, wire assemblies and mechanical assembliesExperienced with: mechanical, lab, field, flight, and environmental testing.Demonstrated understanding of engineering configuration management processes.Experienced with working from high-level program requirementsAbility to analyze the assigned project, break down work into functional disciplines and/or subsystems and create design/develop plansAbility to obtain at minimum a Secret level DoD security clearanceOther Qualifications & Desired CompetenciesAdvanced degree is preferredHands-on experience with metal and composite fabrication and 3D printing is preferredDemonstrated familiarity with UAVs and related engineering design processes is preferredKnowledge and experience of analytical techniques and tools for FEA, Thermal, Aerodynamics is preferredDemonstrates competency in communicating technically and effectively with multiple disciplinesSkilled at identifying, communicating, and mitigating technical risks and issuesDemonstrates strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skillsExercises independent judgment in methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining resultsUses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstancesInspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employeesBrings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness, and the creation of a shared visionChampions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of changeDemonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationshipsAssesses the degree of risk and opportunity in plans or actions and takes appropriate action to mitigate them or makes plans to build on the opportunityPhysical DemandsAbility to work in an office 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)The salary range for this role is:$124,370 - $176,400AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.ITAR Requirement: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”)
In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S
person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction
Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements
A “U.S
person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S
citizen, U.S
lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee
See 22 CFR § 120.15
Some positions will require current U.S
Citizenship due to contract requirements.Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: .We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.Principals only need apply. NO agencies please.Who We AreBased in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems
Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr
Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years
Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.What We DoBuilding on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S
Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans
AeroVironment, 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.ITARU.S
Citizenship requiredSummaryLocation: Huntsville, AL; Moorpark, CAType: Full time
