Mechanical Engineer

The role

You will design and prototype UAV platforms and subsystems. You will take ownership of projects from concept through to production to ensure performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

What you will do

• Design and prototype UAV platforms and complex subsystems from scratch.
• Take ownership of system-level constraints including thermal management, mass budget, COGS, and environmental sealing.
• Work with R&D teams to ensure mechanical integration of sensors, payloads, and electronics.
• Conduct rigorous testing including stress and failure analysis.
• Develop tools to validate designs for operation in extreme environments.
• Manage delivery packages and technical specifications.
• Oversee the manufacturing process by collaborating with suppliers and external manufacturers.
• Maintain documentation through Confluence and professional 2D/3D documentation.

Required qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience designing and prototyping mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including high-precision machining and plastic injection moulding.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Full commitment to Harmattan AI’s mission, vision, and growth plans.

Nice to have

• experience with structural and thermal analysis tools (FEA) is a strong advantage
• ideally within UAVs, robotics, or defence applications

About the company

Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. The company is expanding its teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces.