Computer Hardware Engineer Jobs in Bradenton, FL

Job Summary:

The UAV industry is a fast-paced and constantly evolving market in which Lumenier is a key player.

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for drone hardware and structures. This position requires a broad set of skills within the mechanical engineering discipline.

Technical Capabilities/Skills:

To perform at a high level, the Mechanical Engineer ideal candidate would have the following capabilities and skills:

        Strong foundation in mechanical design, structures, and materials

        Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar)

        Experience designing and releasing production-ready parts and assemblies

        Ability to create detailed engineering drawings with GD&T and tolerance analysis

        Experience with lightweight structural design and material selection (aluminum, carbon fiber, plastics)

        Familiarity with FEA or first-principles analysis for structural and thermal problems

        Hands-on prototyping experience (3D printing, CNC machining, composites, or manual fabrication)

        Experience designing for manufacturability and assembly (DFM/DFA)

        Ability to take designs from concept through prototyping, testing, and production

        Experience debugging mechanical systems and root-causing failures in real-world conditions

        Familiarity with vibration, shock, and thermal considerations in dynamic systems

        Experience working with vendors, suppliers, or contract manufacturers

The ideal candidate would also have experience with the following ("nice to have"):

        Experience with drone, UAV, aerospace, or robotics systems

        Familiarity with FPV hardware (frames, mounts, propulsion integration)

        Experience with composites and carbon fiber structural design

        Knowledge of motors, propulsion systems, or rotating machinery

        Experience designing vibration-sensitive or high-performance systems

        Prior experience supporting production scaling or field reliability

        Experience designing test fixtures, jigs, or validation setups

        Exposure to cross-disciplinary systems (electronics integration, embedded systems)

        Hands-on building experience (RC aircraft, drones, robotics projects, etc.)

        FPV flight experience or strong interest in drone systems

Personal Skills/Abilities:

        Comfortable working in a fast-paced, iterative hardware development environment

        Compelling work ethic and attitudinal awareness around "getting the job done right"

        Strong problem-solving skills and ability to iterate quickly on hardware

        Ability to collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams

        Excellent written and verbal communication skills

        Strong aptitude for root cause analysis and troubleshooting

        Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Education and Experience:

        Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

        2+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical or hardware engineering

Requirements

Personal Skills/Abilities:

        Comfortable working in a fast-paced, iterative hardware development environment

        Compelling work ethic and attitudinal awareness around "getting the job done right"

        Strong problem-solving skills and ability to iterate quickly on hardware

        Ability to collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and firmware teams

        Excellent written and verbal communication skills

        Strong aptitude for root cause analysis and troubleshooting

        Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Education and Experience:

        Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

        2+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical or hardware engineering

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance. Basic Life, Additional Life and AD&D Insurance. Company paid STD & LTD. 401(k). PTO