Head of Mechanical & Structural Design (mfd)

As the Head of Mechanical & Structural Design you will have overall technical and organizational responsibility for the mechanical and structural development activities within the team.

You will lead a team of mechanical design structural analysis and multibody dynamics simulation engineers providing technical leadership and ensuring high engineering standards across the team.

You will drive mechanical and structural development throughout the product lifecycle from concept and detailed design through testing validation and product improvement working closely with Flight Physics Testing Hardware & Software Supply Chain and Program Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Mechanical & Structural Design Team including recruitment resource and workload planning budgeting and performance management.
• Provide technical leadership in mechanical and structural design composite materials structural dynamics vibration fatigue durability and high-speed rotating systems.
• Define and drive the mechanical and structural development strategy for CycloRotor propulsion systems and related technologies.
• Ensure design maturity and technical integrity through design reviews engineering release processes and approval of analyses drawings specifications and technical documentation.
• Lead technical trade studies and engineering decisions for improved performance reliability weight manufacturability and maintainability cost & schedule.
• Identify and mitigate mechanical and structural technical risks throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Ensure structural integrity durability and dynamic behavior are appropriately demonstrated through analysis and testing.
• Define mechanical and structural validation requirements and support component subsystem and system-level test activities.
• Maintain a hands-on involvement in hardware development supporting assembly testing troubleshooting and resolution of complex technical issues.
• Establish and continuously improve engineering methodologies processes tools and best practices within the team.
• Work with suppliers and external partners to support component development manufacturing readiness and technical problem solving.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline.
• 10 years of professional experience in mechanical and structural product development.
• 5 years of engineering leadership experience including team management and development.
• Experience in aerospace eVTOL UAV rotorcraft propulsion systems robotics or other highly dynamic mechanical systems.
• Strong technical background in kinematics mechanical design structural mechanics fatigue vibration structural dynamics durability and composite structures.
• Experience developing complex mechanical systems from concept through validation.
• Strong understanding of engineering development processes design reviews configuration management and product lifecycle management.
• Ability to make sound engineering decisions while balancing technical performance schedule cost risk and available resources.
• Ability to balance hands-on technical involvement with engineering leadership responsibilities.
• Strong communication skills and an analytical pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset.

Additional Information :

• A structured and supportive onboarding program providing the guidance training and resources needed for a successful start.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth. 
• International and collaborative working environment.
• Supportive team culture focused on continuous improvement and employee well-being.
• Home Office opportunity.
• Competitive salary and benefits package according to your experience and expertise. 

Looking forward to your application!

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time