Forward Deployed Engineer

Auterion

Job Location:

Arlington, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

As a Forward Deployed Engineer you will work closely with Auterions customers and partners to deploy and integrate our drone technology into their systems. This role focuses on the mechanical integration design adaptation and field deployment of UAV platforms and subsystems while maintaining strong collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams.

You will combine hands-on mechanical engineering expertise with customer-facing project delivery supporting clients through the full integration lifecyclefrom initial system design and prototyping to testing and operational deployment. You will serve as a key technical interface between Auterion and customer engineering teams ensuring reliable and scalable mechanical solutions that enable safe and effective drone operations.

Responsibilities and Duties

Lead the mechanical integration of Auterions hardware and UAV systems into customer platforms including structural design mounting solutions payload integration and environmental considerations.
Design develop and iterate mechanical components and assemblies using rapid prototyping techniques (e.g. CAD 3D printing machining) ensuring robustness manufacturability and performance in real-world conditions.
Support on-site deployments testing and validation of UAV systems troubleshooting mechanical and electromechanical issues to ensure reliable operation in diverse environments.
Act as the primary technical point of contact for customers on mechanical engineering topics providing guidance resolving issues and ensuring successful system integration and adoption.
Work closely with electrical software and product engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical electronic and control systems.
Develop and maintain clear documentation including integration guides mechanical drawings assembly instructions and best practices for customers and internal teams.
Support end-to-end implementation of Auterions technology within customer applications ensuring alignment with technical requirements and operational constraints.

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
3 years of experience in mechanical engineering preferably in robotics aerospace UAVs or similar hardware-focused industries.
Strong experience in mechanical design and prototyping including CAD tools (e.g. SolidWorks Fusion 360 or similar).
Hands-on experience with fabrication and assembly techniques (3D printing machining soldering wiring and integration of electromechanical systems).
Familiarity with integrating sensors payloads and embedded hardware into mechanical systems.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex system-level issues in the field.
Experience working directly with customers or cross-functional stakeholders in a technical capacity.
Basic understanding of embedded systems flight control hardware or robotics platforms is a plus.
UAV/drone piloting experience and familiarity with flight control systems (e.g. PX4) is a plus.
Willingness to travel internationally and work in dynamic field-based environments.
US Citizenship required with eligibility to obtain clearances.

Benefits

Flexible working hours
Stock Options
Unlimited PTO
Health Insurance (includes dental & vision)
Medical flex spending
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan - 401k with company match
Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

About Auterion

We are building the leading software platform for AI-powered autonomous systems for enterprise and government customers. Our team is supporting the most important missions and solving the most challenging problems.

At Auterion we bring together the sharpest minds who love to solve the hardest problems. Join a vibrant team built on innovation openness and excellence where youll be empowered to develop ideas collaborate across all levels and make an impact that matters.

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Responsibilities and Duties

Lead the mechanical integration of Auterions hardware and UAV systems into customer platforms including structural design mounting solutions payload integration and environmental considerations.
Design develop and iterate mechanical components and assemblies using rapid prototyping techniques (e.g. CAD 3D printing machining) ensuring robustness manufacturability and performance in real-world conditions.
Support on-site deployments testing and validation of UAV systems troubleshooting mechanical and electromechanical issues to ensure reliable operation in diverse environments.
Act as the primary technical point of contact for customers on mechanical engineering topics providing guidance resolving issues and ensuring successful system integration and adoption.
Work closely with electrical software and product engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical electronic and control systems.
Develop and maintain clear documentation including integration guides mechanical drawings assembly instructions and best practices for customers and internal teams.
Support end-to-end implementation of Auterions technology within customer applications ensuring alignment with technical requirements and operational constraints.

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
3 years of experience in mechanical engineering preferably in robotics aerospace UAVs or similar hardware-focused industries.
Strong experience in mechanical design and prototyping including CAD tools (e.g. SolidWorks Fusion 360 or similar).
Hands-on experience with fabrication and assembly techniques (3D printing machining soldering wiring and integration of electromechanical systems).
Familiarity with integrating sensors payloads and embedded hardware into mechanical systems.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex system-level issues in the field.
Experience working directly with customers or cross-functional stakeholders in a technical capacity.
Basic understanding of embedded systems flight control hardware or robotics platforms is a plus.
UAV/drone piloting experience and familiarity with flight control systems (e.g. PX4) is a plus.
Willingness to travel internationally and work in dynamic field-based environments.
US Citizenship required with eligibility to obtain clearances.

Benefits