Mechanical Engineer

Highlights

• Own end-to-end UAV hardware from concept to flight-ready builds.
• Build field-ready defence UAVs that protect democratic societies.
• Iterate prototypes balancing aero, weight, power and manufacturability.

What they offer

• Competitive salary and VSOP options
• Relocation support up to €2,500 and 4 weeks temporary accommodation
• €500/£450 yearly learning allowance
• Gym membership and mental health support via Nilo.health
• Regular company events and monthly social allowances
• Enhanced parental leave: 22 weeks for primary and 6 weeks for secondary caregivers
• Family support with emergency leave and flexible return to work

Ideal candidate

Mission-driven hardware builder with hands-on UAV experience who thrives prototyping at pace and owning designs end-to-end. You care about robust field-ready systems and protecting democracies through responsible defence tech.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience designing and building UAVs or complex autonomous hardware systems
• Depth in aerodynamics and flight mechanics, mechanical and structural design, or electronics and avionics
• Strong prototyping track record taking hardware from concept to flying article at pace
• Proficient with engineering tools such as CAD, FEA, CFD, Altium or MATLAB/Simulink
• Experience defining and running hardware validation and test campaigns
• Clear communication in written and spoken English