We’re hiring a Mechanical & Aerodynamics Engineer to lead the design of ultra-high-performance UAV structures — engineered for interception agility, >400 km/h velocity, and real-world deployment. You’ll work across fuselage shaping, CFD, rotor/propeller optimization, and structural load modeling to push both efficiency and maneuverability to the limit.
From stealthy control surfaces to high-thrust propulsion layouts, this is a rare opportunity to own every curve, spar, and fin that makes a UAV mission-ready at speed.
Tasks
* Design aerodynamic fuselages, struts, and flight surfaces for high-speed UAVs
* Use CFD tools (XFOIL, OpenFOAM) to optimize drag, lift, and flow stability
* Model and simulate rotor and propeller configurations for maximum thrust and efficiency
* Conduct FEA on composite structures under mission-specific flight loads
* Integrate payloads (ISR, kinetic) with minimal aero disruption
* Collaborate with flight software and controls teams to co-design for maneuverability
* Prototype, test, and iterate with fast DfM cycles in the lab and airfield
Requirements
* 6+ years in aerospace, automotive aero, or high-performance UAV mechanical design
* Expert in aerodynamic modeling and CFD tools (OpenFOAM, XFOIL, ANSYS Fluent, etc.)
* Experience with composite design, fabrication methods, and load analysis
* Familiarity with rotor/propeller modeling, including airfoil selection and blade design
* Proficient in CAD (SolidWorks, CATIA) and FEA packages (Ansys, Fusion, Abaqus)
* Strong understanding of high-speed flight dynamics and aero-structural coupling
Bonus Points For:
* Experience with missile-class UAVs or supersonic design constraints
* Prior work integrating weapons or ISR payloads into aerodynamic platforms
* Background in airframe stealth, radar cross-section shaping, or thermal signature control
* RC/hobbyist background in racing drones or DIY aerospace projects
Benefits
* Design cutting-edge UAV platforms that actually fly — and win
* Collaborate with autonomy, controls, and propulsion teams for holistic impact
* Work in a dedicated aerospace R&D facility at Berlin TXL
* Competitive salary + meaningful equity
* Full-time, on-site role with rapid design–test–iterate cycles
Who You Are
You know airflow like others know software. You’re obsessed with performance, drag curves, and structural limits — but grounded in reality. Whether you're modeling the perfect strut shape or tuning a prop blade by hand, you’re building machines that cut through air with purpose .
Join UsIf you’re ready to build the impossible, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and let’s build the future of autonomy.