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Vehicle Configuration Design Engineer

United States, Huntington Beach 150000.00 - 220000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted March 10, 2026
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Job Description

Drive the overall configuration of next-generation unmanned aerial systems (UAS) in support of advanced defense programs. Handle the development of high-performance airframes from mission requirements through flight-ready prototypes. Operating in a fast-paced environment, this role demands technical rigor, design leadership, and a broad understanding of aerospace engineering disciplines.

Job Responsibility

  • Overall design and development of UAS vehicle configuration at the conceptual and preliminary design levels, integrating inputs from all disciplines
  • Own the creation of CAD models and engineering drawings for the overall vehicle, including the OML
  • Coordinate cross-disciplinary trade studies to balance weight, performance, modularity, and manufacturability
  • Interface with other engineering disciplines, flight test, manufacturing, and supply-chain teams to evaluate design changes
  • Present trade studies, risks, and solutions to internal teams and external stakeholders

Requirements

  • Expertise in overall design of aerospace systems, especially UAS, with demonstrated ability to integrate inputs across disciplines, including aerodynamics, structures, systems, and more
  • Experience performing trade studies and presenting design decisions to a variety of stakeholders
  • Proficiency in CAD (NX, CATIA, or equivalent), with strong surfacing skills
  • Familiarity with DFM, environmental loads, and structural design

Nice to have

  • 7+ years of experience
  • Experience with high-speed and/or high altitude design requirements
  • Experience with the development of LO platforms
  • Experience with Class A surfacing
  • Track record of building and flight-testing UAS platforms

What we offer

  • Offers Equity
  • healthcare, dental and vision plans
  • retirement savings
  • paid time off
  • funds for continuing education, training, and career growth

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