Materials & Process Engineer - Composites R&D

Join our innovative team as a Motion Control Software Engineer, where you will design and implement sophisticated motion control algorithms across Linux and bare metal platforms. We are seeking a candidate with exceptional mathematical abilities, hands-on modeling experience using Matlab, and a strong background in real-time software development. Proficiency in C/C++ is essential for this role.

Join Swarm Aero, a pioneering company that is transforming the landscape of aerial technology. We are developing the world's largest swarming UAV and an advanced network of versatile swarming aircraft. Our mission is to launch the first aircraft specifically engineered for swarming operations, alongside innovative Command & Control software that enables the deployment of vast numbers of heterogeneous autonomous assets, empowering human operators to achieve extraordinary outcomes.Our dynamic team comprises industry veterans who have successfully founded multiple startups, negotiated multi-billion dollar defense contracts, and designed over 30 groundbreaking aircraft. Our team brings experience from leading aerospace firms such as Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic.We are looking for a seasoned Embedded Software Engineer specializing in Avionics to enhance and optimize our flight-critical avionics systems for next-gen aircraft. You will engage with real-time embedded software that governs aircraft systems, including flight control algorithms, sensor integration, and communication protocols. A strong background in safety-critical software development and a passion for advancing aerospace technology are essential for this role.**Due to U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Other applicants will not be considered.

Join Swarm Aero, a pioneering company that is transforming the future of air power with the development of the world’s largest and most versatile swarming UAV and aircraft network. We are rapidly advancing towards launching our first aircraft specifically engineered for swarming operations, coupled with cutting-edge Command & Control software that enables the coordination of thousands of diverse autonomous assets, empowering human operators to achieve unprecedented results.Our dynamic team comprises experts who have successfully founded and exited multiple startups, negotiated defense contracts valued in the billions, and designed over 30 innovative aircraft. Our members bring extensive aerospace experience from renowned organizations such as Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic.We are looking for an adept Embedded Software Engineer specialized in Avionics to develop and enhance critical flight avionics systems for next-generation aircraft. Your role will involve working on real-time embedded software that directly interfaces with aircraft systems, including flight control algorithms, sensor integration, and communication protocols. This position demands a deep understanding of safety-critical software development and a genuine enthusiasm for advancing aerospace technology.**Note: To comply with U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), candidates must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Other applicants will not be considered.**

Are you passionate about aviation and technology? Join our dynamic team as an Avionics Integration Engineer at Swarmaero! In this role, you will be instrumental in integrating advanced avionics systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety in our aircraft. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, test, and implement avionics solutions that meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Role Overview Swarmaero is seeking a Systems Engineer in Oxnard, California. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and refining complex aerospace systems. The position works closely with teams across disciplines to ensure systems integrate smoothly and perform reliably. What You Will Do Contribute to the design and development of aerospace systems Implement and optimize system components for performance and reliability Work with cross-functional teams to achieve seamless integration of solutions

Position Overview:We are on the lookout for a dynamic and motivated Technical Sales and Field Service Engineer to become an integral part of our sales team. This role focuses on expanding our business with current clients while also cultivating new client relationships. The ideal candidate will engage in applications engineering, provide sales support, and undertake field service tasks. Our Sales Engineers must thrive in a results-oriented and fast-paced atmosphere.This position offers comprehensive training along with mentorship, allowing you to develop a deep understanding of CaptiveAire's product line and our go-to-market strategies, application engineering practices, and business development approaches.

Swarm Aero is revolutionizing aerial capabilities by developing the world's largest swarming UAV and the most adaptable swarming aircraft network. We are rapidly advancing towards launching the first aircraft uniquely engineered for swarming operations, alongside innovative Command & Control software designed to manage swarms of thousands of diverse autonomous assets, enabling human operators to achieve extraordinary outcomes.Our dynamic team boasts a history of creating and successfully exiting multiple startups, negotiating high-value defense contracts, and designing over 30 cutting-edge aircraft, drawing on aerospace experience from renowned organizations such as Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic.In the role of Mechanical Engineer specializing in propulsion integration, you will be instrumental in ensuring the seamless physical and functional integration of our propulsion system into the aircraft. This position requires close collaboration with powerplant suppliers, systems engineers, and the airframe team to ensure that engines and supporting systems are safely integrated and perform optimally under challenging mission profiles. This is a hands-on role that demands strong design intuition, system awareness, and the capability to transform theoretical requirements into operational hardware.

At Swarm Aero, we are revolutionizing air power by developing the world's largest fleet of swarming UAVs and an adaptable network of swarming aircraft. We are swiftly moving towards the launch of our inaugural aircraft, specifically engineered for swarming operations, alongside our innovative Command & Control software designed to coordinate swarms of thousands of diverse autonomous assets, enabling human operators to achieve extraordinary results.Our dynamic team comprises veterans who have successfully launched and exited multiple startups, clinched defense contracts totaling billions, and engineered over 30 groundbreaking aircraft, bringing experience from industry leaders such as Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic.As a Mechanical Engineer at Swarm Aero, you will spearhead the design, integration, and testing of structural and mechanical systems that underpin our long-range aircraft. Your role will encompass the entire process from concept to flight testing, ensuring that designs are finely tuned for optimal performance, manufacturability, and reliability.

At Swarm Aero, we are revolutionizing aerial capabilities by developing the world's largest network of swarming unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and versatile swarming aircraft. Our mission is to swiftly introduce the first aircraft designed exclusively for swarming, alongside cutting-edge Command & Control software that orchestrates swarms of thousands of diverse autonomous assets. Our goal is to empower human operators to achieve extraordinary outcomes. Our dynamic team comprises individuals with a proven track record, having established and exited multiple startups while securing defense contracts valued in the billions. We bring together aerospace expertise from prestigious organizations such as Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic. In the role of Materials & Process Engineer, you will play a crucial part in researching materials and developing processes tailored for the high-rate production of aircraft structures. Collaboration with the structures design team will be paramount as we incorporate design optimizations to enhance high-volume production efficiency.

At Swarm Aero, we are revolutionizing the future of aerial technology by creating the largest and most versatile network of swarming UAVs in the world. We are rapidly advancing towards the launch of our first aircraft specifically designed for swarming operations, alongside innovative Command & Control software that will enable the orchestration of thousands of diverse autonomous assets, empowering human operators to achieve exceptional results.Our team consists of seasoned professionals who have successfully established multiple startups, negotiated multi-billion dollar defense contracts, and designed over 30 groundbreaking aircraft. Our expertise draws from industry leaders such as Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic.We are currently seeking a driven and experienced Structures Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will take the lead in the design and testing of our flight vehicles.

Swarm Aero is at the forefront of redefining air power, pioneering the world's largest swarming UAV and a highly adaptable swarming aircraft network. Our rapid development is aimed at launching the first aircraft meticulously designed for swarming operations, alongside the Command & Control software that enables human operators to harness the potential of swarms comprising thousands of diverse autonomous assets, achieving exceptional results.Our team is composed of experts who have successfully founded and exited multiple startups, negotiated multi-billion dollar defense contracts, and developed over 30 innovative aircraft. With a wealth of aerospace experience drawn from industry leaders such as Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic, we are uniquely positioned to lead the future of aviation.We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Structures Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will take the lead on the design and testing of advanced flight vehicles.

Swarm Aero is at the forefront of transforming air power by creating the world's largest swarming UAV and the most adaptable swarming aircraft network. We are rapidly progressing towards the launch of our first aircraft tailored exclusively for swarming, alongside the Command & Control software that will enable the coordination of swarms comprising thousands of diverse autonomous assets, allowing human operators to achieve extraordinary outcomes. Our team consists of seasoned professionals who have successfully created and exited multiple startups, negotiated defense contracts worth billions, and designed and built over 30 innovative aircraft, drawing from aerospace experience at Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic. We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to spearhead the design and development of landing gear systems for our next-generation aircraft. This role is not about refining existing designs; instead, you will be responsible for innovating new solutions from the ground up, making crucial trade-offs, and witnessing your designs take flight. You will collaborate closely with structures, flight controls, and systems integration teams to deliver landing gear that is lightweight, durable, and tailored to our specific operational requirements. This is a hands-on, high-impact position where your decisions will significantly influence the aircraft's performance.

About Swarm Aero Swarm Aero builds and operates a large network of swarming unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The company focuses on developing aircraft designed for coordinated group operations and Command & Control software that allows human operators to direct thousands of autonomous UAVs at once. Team Background The team includes professionals with experience launching and exiting startups, securing defense contracts worth billions, and engineering over 30 aircraft. Team members have worked at organizations such as Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic. Role Overview: Systems Engineer This Systems Engineer position centers on advancing Swarm Aero’s UAV architecture. The role covers the full lifecycle: from gathering requirements through integration and flight operations. Swarm Aero’s UAVs are built to operate in non-segregated airspace and at a range of altitudes. The Systems Engineer will help shape these sophisticated platforms as they move from design to real-world deployment. Location Oxnard, CA

At Swarm Aero, we are revolutionizing aerial technology by developing the largest fleet of swarming UAVs and a highly adaptable network of swarming aircraft globally. Our mission is to rapidly introduce the first aircraft meticulously engineered for swarming operations, complemented by state-of-the-art Command & Control software designed to coordinate swarms of thousands of diverse autonomous assets, allowing human operators to achieve extraordinary outcomes.Our team boasts a rich history of founding and successfully exiting multiple startups, negotiating defense contracts valued in the billions, and designing and constructing over 30 innovative aircraft, drawing upon aerospace expertise from industry leaders such as Scaled Composites, SpaceX, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic.THE ROLEWe are in search of a skilled Avionics Integration Engineer to become an integral part of our dynamic engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will act as the technical bridge between airframe hardware, avionics, propulsion, and the software systems that facilitate autonomous swarming. You will ensure complete integration of all aircraft subsystems, overseeing the process from initial development to flight testing and operational deployment. This is a unique chance to influence the design of an unprecedented swarming aircraft platform.WHAT YOU'LL DOLead integration efforts between airframe, avionics, propulsion, payload, and Command & Control interfaces for swarming UAV systems.Define, document, and sustain interface control documents (ICDs) and integration specifications for all primary vehicle subsystems.Create and implement hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and vehicle-level integration test plans to validate subsystem functionality and interoperability.Collaborate closely with flight software, guidance, navigation and control (GNC), structures, and electrical teams to troubleshoot integration challenges and ensure cross-discipline compatibility.Oversee integration and verification activities from bench testing through to ground tests and first flight, diligently tracking issues to resolution.Assist with aircraft assembly, wiring harness integration, and sensor calibration during prototype construction phases.Establish and uphold integration standards, tools, and traceability frameworks aimed at supporting agile iteration and certification readiness.Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers regarding integration processes and best practices.Coordinate with regulatory and airworthiness teams to guarantee integration strategies fulfill DoD and FAA certification requirements.

Swarm Aero is at the forefront of innovation, revolutionizing aerial capabilities with the development of the largest swarming UAV and a highly adaptable network of swarming aircraft globally. We are swiftly advancing toward the launch of our first aircraft specifically engineered for swarming operations, accompanied by cutting-edge Command & Control software designed to deploy swarms of thousands of diverse autonomous assets, enabling human operators to achieve extraordinary outcomes. Our team comprises industry veterans who have successfully founded multiple startups, secured defense deals valued in the billions, and designed and constructed over 30 groundbreaking aircraft. Our collective aerospace expertise includes experience from renowned organizations such as Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic. As a Mechanical Engineer at Swarm Aero, you will spearhead the design, integration, and testing of structural and mechanical systems that facilitate the operation of our long-range aircraft. You will manage projects from concept through flight testing, ensuring that all designs are optimized for peak performance, manufacturability, and reliability.

Swarm Aero is revolutionizing the future of aviation by developing the world's largest swarming UAV and a versatile network of swarming aircraft. Our team is rapidly progressing towards the launch of the first aircraft specifically designed for swarming operations, complemented by cutting-edge Command & Control software that will enable the deployment of swarms composed of thousands of diverse autonomous assets and empower human operators to achieve extraordinary outcomes.Our accomplished team has a proven track record of creating and exiting multiple startups, negotiating defense contracts worth billions, and designing over 30 innovative aircraft, drawing expertise from industry leaders like Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic.We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to spearhead the design and development of landing gear systems for our next-generation aircraft. This role is not about modifying existing designs; you will be tasked with crafting new solutions from the ground up, making crucial trade-offs, and witnessing your designs take to the skies.You will collaborate closely with teams focused on structures, flight controls, and systems integration to deliver landing gear that is lightweight, durable, and tailored to meet our unique operational demands. This is a hands-on, impactful role where your decisions will significantly influence our aircraft's performance.

At Swarm Aero, we are revolutionizing aerial capabilities by developing the world's largest swarming UAV and the most adaptable swarming aircraft network. Our rapid innovation process is geared towards launching the first aircraft specifically engineered for swarming operations, complemented by advanced Command & Control software designed to coordinate thousands of diverse autonomous assets, enabling human operators to achieve extraordinary outcomes.Our team comprises seasoned professionals who have founded and exited multiple startups, secured defense contracts worth billions, and engineered over 30 innovative aircraft. Our collective expertise includes prominent companies such as Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic.The RoleWe are seeking a dynamic Head of Avionics who has hands-on experience in building complex avionics systems. This role demands an individual who has not only managed programs but has actively engaged in the architecture, made critical trade-offs, and delivered tangible results. You will take ownership of the complete avionics stack—from hardware architecture and embedded systems to sensing, networking, and autonomy integration, along with the testing infrastructure necessary for verification.This position represents a unique opportunity to shape the foundation of a groundbreaking autonomous aircraft system. If you thrive in an unstructured environment and are excited about defining cutting-edge architectures, we encourage you to continue reading.What You'll OwnDesign and architect the entire avionics stack for large uncrewed aircraft, encompassing hardware selection and system integrationDevelop embedded systems for both real-time and non-real-time applications, both airborne and ground-basedLead advancements in autonomy, innovative sensing, and networking capabilities that facilitate swarm-scale operationsEstablish and manage the hardware and software testing infrastructure to validate system performance

Swarm Aero is on a mission to revolutionize aerial capabilities by developing the largest fleet of swarming UAVs and a highly adaptable network of swarming aircraft worldwide. We are swiftly advancing towards the launch of our inaugural aircraft specifically engineered for swarming operations, alongside our Command & Control software that enables the mobilization of swarms consisting of thousands of diverse autonomous assets. Our goal is to empower human operators to achieve extraordinary outcomes.Our team comprises veterans who have successfully founded and exited multiple startups, negotiated defense contracts amounting to billions of dollars, and designed and constructed over 30 innovative aircraft. We bring extensive aerospace experience from industry leaders such as Scaled Composites, Airbus, Archer Aviation, Blue Origin, and Boom Supersonic.

Your Opportunity AwaitsStructures Design LeadYou have dedicated years to remarkable projects that may not bear your name. You've observed decisions made by committees and watched innovative ideas falter during review stages. You take pride in the hardware you've delivered, yet you've always wondered what you could achieve in an environment that truly empowers you to create.That opportunity is here.In Southern California, a select group of engineers is pioneering a groundbreaking project. They are constructing an aircraft from the ground up. Not just an updated version or a derivative model, but an entirely new machine designed for missions that didn't exist ten years ago—autonomous swarming at scale. This type of aerial capability is set to redefine the landscape of modern warfare.Our team is intentionally small. We operate without layers and bureaucratic hurdles. You will collaborate with some of the nation’s top structures and airframe engineers, driven by a sense of urgency and empowered by the trust placed in us to deliver.There’s a spot available at our table.The ideal candidate has experience designing composite airframe structures that have successfully flown. They have led projects from initial concept to production, equipped with instincts honed through real-world challenges. They understand load paths, laminates, and joints, and have consistently thrived in small teams, where decisions must originate from them.