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Mechanical Engineer - Airframe

Harmattan AILausanne
On-site Full-time

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Technical SkillsResponsibilitiesDesign and prototype UAV platforms and intricate subsystems from the ground up, maintaining an equilibrium between durability, efficiency, and performance. Assume complete ownership of system-level constraints, including thermal management, mass budget, cost of goods sold (COGS), and environmental sealing ratings. Collaborate closely with R&D teams (Electrical, Software, and Industrialization) to ensure smooth mechanical integration of sensors, payloads, and electronics. Conduct thorough testing, including stress and failure analyses. Proactively identify risks and create necessary tools (test benches, calculation sheets, scripts) to validate designs for operation in extreme environments. Manage your delivery packages and technical specifications meticulously, consistently meeting or surpassing requirements under tight deadlines. Oversee the manufacturing process through collaboration with suppliers and external manufacturers, emphasizing plastic injection molding and precision machining to ensure quality and adherence to schedules. Maintain the authoritative source of truth using Confluence and professional 2D/3D documentation. Document all designs, test results, and production workflows to facilitate knowledge sharing and continuous improvement. Candidate RequirementsMaster's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field. Demonstrated experience in designing and developing UAV systems.

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About Us

Harmattan AI is a pioneering defense leader focused on delivering autonomous and scalable defense systems. After successfully closing a $200M Series B funding round, which valued the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to provide mission-critical solutions to our allied forces.

Our endeavors are driven by strong values: creating impactful technologies, striving for excellence, setting ambitious objectives, and tackling the most challenging technical problems. We work in a high-pressure environment where accountability, rigor, and execution are paramount.

About the Role

As a Mechanical Engineer on the Airframe team at Harmattan AI, you will be responsible for the design of UAV platforms and subsystems in a dynamic and autonomous setting. You will lead projects from initial concept to production, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

About Harmattan AI

Harmattan AI is at the forefront of the defense industry, innovating autonomous defense systems that are scalable and impactful. With significant funding backing our growth, we are dedicated to providing cutting-edge technology to support allied forces in critical missions.

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