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Mechanical Design Engineer

Yocumtown, PA ยท On-site

$72K - $98K/yr

... prototypes through pilot production, as well as interfacing with beta-site customers ... Blade and rack server configurations; Switches, routers, and network topologies; Power distribution ...

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How much do blade pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for blade pilot in the United States is $130,916.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Succeeding as a Blade Pilot requires strong skills in operating and maneuvering helicopters or rotary-wing aircraft, typically supported by a commercial pilot's license and significant flight hours. Familiarity with navigation systems, flight management software, and adherence to FAA regulations are essential, and certifications such as an FAA Part 135 certificate may be required. Excellent situational awareness, communication, and decision-making skills are vital for working in challenging conditions and collaborating with ground and air teams. These proficiencies ensure safety, efficient mission execution, and compliance with industry standards in a high-responsibility role.

What are common daily responsibilities for a Blade Pilot, and with whom do they typically collaborate during a mission?

As a Blade Pilot, your day-to-day responsibilities often include conducting pre-flight inspections, filing flight plans, performing safe aircraft operation under diverse weather conditions, and executing specific missions such as surveillance, transport, or emergency response. You generally work closely with co-pilots, crew members, ground control teams, and sometimes clients or passengers, depending on the flight's purpose. Effective communication with both the operations team and air traffic controllers is critical to ensure safe and coordinated missions. Frequent collaboration helps maintain safety standards, complete tasks efficiently, and adapt to rapidly changing situations. This teamwork is essential in environments that demand quick decision-making and strict adherence to protocols.

What is a Blade Pilot job?

A Blade Pilot is responsible for operating and controlling aviation or drone equipment equipped with blades, often used for tasks such as aerial surveying, maintenance, or transportation. Depending on the industry, this role may involve piloting rotorcraft (such as helicopters) or UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) for precision tasks. Blade Pilots must have extensive training, certification, and experience to ensure safe and efficient operation. Duties may include navigation, monitoring equipment performance, conducting safety checks, and coordinating with ground teams.

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Infographic showing various Blade Pilot job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% As Needed, and 92% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $130,916 per year, or $62.9 per hour.
Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Amphenol TCS

Santa Clara, CA โ€ข On-site

$100K - $168K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Amphenol Communications Solutions (ACS), a division of Amphenol Corporation, is a world leader in interconnect solutions for Communications, Mobile, RF, Optics, and Commercial electronics markets. Amphenol Corporation is one of the worldโ€™s largest designers and manufacturers of electrical, electronic and fiber optic connectors and interconnect systems, antennas, sensors and sensor-based products and coaxial and high-speed specialty cable. ACS has an expansive global presence in research and development, manufacturing, and sales. We design and manufacture a wide range of innovative connectors as well as cable assemblies for diverse applications including server, storage, data center, mobile, RF, networking, industrial, business equipment, and automotive.


Position: Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer (Data Center Focus)

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Amphenol High Speed Products Group is the market leader for high speed, high bandwidth electrical connectors for the Telecom/Datacom market (Mobile Networks, Storage, Servers, Routers, Switches, etc.). Our products help to enable the electronics revolution and remain a key enabler for all the major Tier 1 OEMs globally. We are currently seeking a mechanical design engineer to join our High Speed IO Connector & OverPass team located in Santa Clara, CA.

SUMMARY:

The mechanical design engineer for High Speed I/O products will be responsible for concept generation, design, verification and qualification of hardware needed to implement High Speed IO products into customer systems. Ensure that the product design is manufacturable and will meet the defined customer requirements - including electrical, mechanical and environmental requirements. The position provides opportunity for close customer interaction. Work as part of a global cross-functional team. Will work closely with internal and external suppliers and manufacturing personnel, supporting the development and validation of product prototypes through pilot production, as well as interfacing with beta-site customers.

  • Conceptualize, design, and develop hardware needed to integrate IO connectors into customer systems, from initial proposal to successful tooling and product qualifications.
  • Perform Design FMEA, Tolerance Analysis, Design for Manufacturability, FEA, and Risk Analysis.
  • Work with Marketing and the customer to define customer needs and functional performance requirements. Assess technical risk.
  • Work with internal and external (vendor) manufacturing disciplines including Stamping, Plating, Molding, and Assembly to optimize design for production processes.
  • Lead product design reviews.
  • Verify accuracy of product drawings and ensure proper usage of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
  • Work with Materials Engineering to define metal and polymer material choices based on requirements associated with performance, pricing, and global sourcing.
  • Work closely with customers during development of the hardware, Present product concepts to customers early in development cycle, interpret feedback, and incorporate any revised requirements into the design.
  • Provide input in defining Product, Application, and Packaging specifications.
  • Provide input in defining verification and product qualification test plans.
  • Manage the resolution of first article inspections.
  • Work closely with NPI and manufacturing engineering to ensure products are transitioned to the manufacturing
  • Interact with global associates as is needed during product development and provide mentorship as is appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in a Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Proven knowledge & experience in mechanical analysis. (Static & dynamic loading, torsion, compression, tension).
  • Proven knowledge & experience with risk assessment, and mitigation in designs.
  • Proficiency in the use of CAD software for design and concepting (SolidWorks preferred, Spaceclaim)
  • Proficiency in static and dynamic load analysis using FEA tools (ANSYS preferred)
  • Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing principles, Material selection, and Statistical Engineering methods.
  • Understanding and experience with mechanical & environmental testing.
  • Ability to work effectively within a project team and to direct the activity of others as needed.
  • Bonus Skills: Familiarity with Data Center Infrastructure, such as: Rack and Chassis design; Blade and rack server configurations; Switches, routers, and network topologies; Power distribution units (PDUs) and UPS systems; server and switch assembly, integration, and validation.

The base salary range for this position is $100,750 โ€“ $168,870 USD annually. In determining rate of pay, Amphenol considers a variety of nondiscriminatory factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant industry experience, qualifications, skills, and education. It would be rare for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a given role. Base salary is one facet of Amphenolโ€™s total rewards package which includes participation in our comprehensive benefits program with medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day 1, vacation, sick leave, personal days, paid holidays, life insurance, short/long term disability, and matching 401K.


Amphenol Corporation is proud of our reputation as an excellent employer. Our focus is to provide the highest level of support and responsiveness to both our employees and our customers, the world's largest technology companies. Amphenol Corporation offers the opportunity for career growth within a global organization. We believe that Amphenol Corporation is unique in that every employee, regardless of his or her position, has the ability to positively impact the business.

Amphenol is an โ€œEqual Opportunity Employerโ€ - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin. For additional company information please visit our website at https://www.amphenol-cs.com/


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About Amphenol TCS

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Industry

Electrical equipment, appliance, and component manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Nashua, NH, US

Year founded

1968