Mechanical Engineer Sterling, VA
Dedrone is the world’s most trusted smart airspace security company. Hundreds of commercial, government and defense customers around the world rely on Dedrone’s comprehensive, command and control (C2) solutions to protect against the persistent and escalating threat from drones while enabling “good” drones to fly. By leveraging AI/ML, Dedrone is the only solution that provides continuous, autonomous interrogation and verification of drones that enables both multi-sensor and multi-mitigation options onto a single fused "pane-of-glass". Whether on-premise / air-gapped or in the cloud, Dedrone customers can easily detect, track, identify, analyze, and mitigate drone threats.
We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer with expertise in hardware development to join our dynamic team at Dedrone. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development and success of our hardware products, leveraging your knowledge of mechanical design to partner effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Develop fixed-site, portable, and mobile solutions, focusing on durable designs that maintain performance in various operational environments.
- Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept through to end-of-life, ensuring designs meet requirements for mechanical stability, thermal efficiency, and overall reliability under diverse conditions.
- Create conceptual designs for new products, considering factors that will influence cost, size, weight, and environmental ratings.
- Validate new designs using industry standard test equipment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical and RF engineers, system architects, and software developers.
- Manage Production Documentation and Compliance, ensuring that all aspects of the design, manufacturing process, and product qualifications are meticulously documented, updated, and in compliance with relevant industry standards.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with a focus on thermal analysis.
- Solid understanding of engineering principles, including heat transfer, EMI, and shock and vibration.
- Fundamentals in simulation tools such as SolidWorks Simulation, Ansys, or similar software for thermal and structural analysis.
- Experience in designing products to withstand harsh environments.
- Familiarity with MIL STDs and qualification processes.
- Hands-on experience with fabrication tools, such as drills, bandsaws, and angle grinders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve technical challenges.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and present complex ideas clearly.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a high level of ambiguity.
At Dedrone, we believe that great ideas come from anywhere. We support a collaborative environment and value open participation from individuals with different ideas, experiences, and perspectives. We believe having a diverse team makes Dedrone a more interesting and innovative place to work, and we strive to make Dedrone a welcoming and inclusive place for all.
What We Do
Dedrone is a leader in airspace security. With more customers around the world than any other airspace security company, we enable our clients to protect people, property, and information from the threat of drones, while enabling the “good” drones to take off (pun intended). The simple fact is that no security company can build a barrier strong enough or high enough to protect from a drone, so we need a tech solution to protect us from the persistent and escalating drone threat. At the same time, the “good” drones will dramatically improve our lives and increase GDP by completing tasks like acting as first responders, delivering medical supplies and retail packages, and more.
By combining advanced sensor-fusion technology with AI-driven pattern recognition software, our solutions enable early and reliable drone detection, pilot location and advanced warning in the event an unauthorized drone approaches a secured area. Our customers include national governments, public safety agencies, sporting stadiums, prisons, private research facilities, critical infrastructure sites like airports and power plants, data centers, VIPs and more.
Drones are the world’s new asymmetric threat to public safety and national security. Dedrone’s dual-use technology was recognized by two major awards this year. The CNBC Disruptor 50 and TIME’s Best Inventions 2023 lists both feature Dedrone as an innovative company disrupting the industry with its breakthrough capabilities and industry-leading customer list.
Dedrone is implemented across 31 countries and is used by five of the G-7 nation governments; 190 critical infrastructure sites; 40 airports; 60+ stadiums; 15+ US federal entities and 20+ non-US governments. We actively provide counterdrone solutions for some of the most high-profile events around the world, working closely with over 120 public safety agencies globally. Our technology is also in use on the front lines in Ukraine, and we are proud to support them in their fight to defend their homeland.
Why Work With Us
At Dedrone, we have a clear mission to protect people from a new threat vector. Additionally, we believe in a flat organization where individual empowerment and open communication drive a more robust and innovative solution set for our customers. We are growing rapidly with over 100% headcount growth in less than 12 months!
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