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Mechanical Engineer

Harmattan AI
Full-time
On-site
Lausanne, VD

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Mechanical Engineer role at Harmattan AI in Lausanne focuses on designing and prototyping UAV platforms and military-grade gimbal systems, conducting stress tests, and moving from prototype to production. You will collaborate with R&D teams across electrical and software to integrate mechanical systems into UAVs, manage suppliers, and maintain test documentation. Candidates should hold a Master’s in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, have proven UAV or defense-grade design experience, knowledge of plastics and precision manufacturing, and be proficient in SolidWorks and structural analysis, with materials science. Bonus for mass production or defense background. To apply, tailor your CV to UAV projects, quantify results, demonstrate cross-functional collaboration, and show ownership aligned with Harmattan AI’s mission.

About Us

Harmattan AI is a next-generation defense prime building autonomous and scalable defense systems. Following the close of a $200M Series B, valuing the company at $1.4 billion, we are expanding our teams and capabilities to deliver mission-critical systems to allied forces.

Our work is guided by clear values: building technologies with real-world impact, pursuing excellence in everything we do, setting ambitious goals, and taking on the hardest technical challenges. We operate in a demanding environment where rigor, ownership, and execution are expected.

Responsibilities

  • Design and prototype UAV platforms and military-grade gimbal systems, ensuring durability, precision, and integration of all components.

  • Conduct testing, including stress and failure analysis, to validate designs and ensure performance in extreme environments.

  • Oversee the manufacturing process by collaborating with suppliers and external manufacturers to meet quality and timeline standards.

  • Lead the transition from prototyping to mass production, refining designs for production efficiency and scalability.

  • Work closely with R&D teams (electrical, software, and industrialization engineers) to integrate mechanical systems seamlessly into UAVs.

  • Maintain detailed documentation of designs, test results, and production workflows to support continuous improvement and team knowledge sharing.

Candidate Requirements

  • Education: Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.

  • Proven experience in designing and prototyping mechanical systems, ideally for UAVs or military-grade applications.

  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes, including plastics and precision design.

  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) and structural analysis.

  • Strong understanding of material science and designing for challenging environments.

  • Bonus: Experience in mass production, UAVs, or defense technology.

  • Communication & Influence: Excellent written and verbal communication, capable of leading diverse principals – from junior members to senior executives.

  • Commitment: 100% dedication to Harmattan AI’s mission, vision, and ambitious growth plans, ready to go the extra mile to ensure operational excellence.

We look forward to hearing how you can help shape the future of autonomous defense systems at Harmattan AI.