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XTEND

Mechanical Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

Description XTEND Tampa is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the development, integration, and production of autonomous drone systems. This role focuses on hands-on mechanical engineering ...

Lumenier/GetFPV

Mechanical Engineer

Ellenton, FL · On-site

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 ...

Lumenier/GetFPV

Mechanical Engineer

Ellenton, FL · On-site

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 ...

Lumenier/GetFPV

Mechanical Engineer

Ellenton, FL · On-site

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 ...

Parsons

Mechanical Engineer

Aberdeen, MD · On-site

Parsons is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support our cutting-edge Drone Armor counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) program. The Mechanical Engineer will design, analyze, prototype, and support ...

Performance Drone Works

Mechanical Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Performance Drone Works (PDW) is building the next generation of tactical robotic systems used ... What You'll Do Our Mechanical Engineer will: * Design and develop mechanical components and ...

Zipline

Mechanical Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

The drone is only 15% of what we've built to enable seamless, reliable, global operations. Our ... What You'll Do We are looking for an experienced mechanical engineer to own the design of entire ...

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TekSky

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Hampton, VA · On-site

$101K - $133K/yr

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Hampton, VA About the job Senior Mechanical Engineer - UAS About ... A true "drone nerd" who builds, flies, and experiments with UAS as a hobby. * Startup Mindset

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How much do mechanical engineer drone jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for mechanical engineer drone in the United States is $102,878.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,500.00 and $126,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Mechanical Engineer Drone vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectMechanical Engineer DroneMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, knowledge of drone design and aerodynamicsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, fundamentals of design and manufacturing
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, drone manufacturing, field testingManufacturing plants, design offices, R&D departments
Industry UsageUnmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) development, aerospace, defenseAutomotive, aerospace, robotics, manufacturing

Mechanical Engineer Drone specialists focus on designing and developing drones, integrating aerodynamics and lightweight materials. Traditional Mechanical Engineers work across various industries on general mechanical systems, machinery, and product design. While both roles require a mechanical engineering background, the drone-specific role emphasizes UAV technology and aerodynamics, whereas general Mechanical Engineers have broader applications.

Do mechanical engineers work on drones?

Mechanical engineers working on drones design and develop the physical components such as frames, propulsion systems, and mechanical parts. They often collaborate with electrical and software engineers to ensure the drone's overall functionality and performance, using tools like CAD software and testing protocols.
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Infographic showing various Mechanical Engineer Drone job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 86% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,878 per year, or $49.5 per hour.

Mechanical Engineer

XTEND

Tampa, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Description
XTEND Tampa is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the development, integration, and production of autonomous drone systems.
This role focuses on hands-on mechanical engineering support across prototype development, system integration, and production support. The engineer will work closely with electrical, software, and production teams to ensure reliable and manufacturable drone systems.
The role provides a strong pathway toward broader systems engineering responsibilities as the engineer develops experience across multidisciplinary drone systems.
Main Responsibilities
  • Mechanical Design & Integration.
  • Support design and integration of mechanical components including airframes, payload mounts, and structural assemblies.
  • Prototype Development.
  • Build and evaluate prototype systems and support rapid design iterations.
  • Production Floor Support.
  • Provide direct engineering support to manufacturing teams during assembly and integration.
  • Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
  • Improve designs for manufacturability, assembly efficiency, and reliability.
  • Testing & Validation.
  • Support environmental testing, structural validation, and system integration testing.
  • Failure Analysis.
  • Investigate mechanical failures and perform root-cause analysis.
  • Documentation.
  • Develop engineering drawings, assembly documentation, and integration procedures.

Requirements
  • B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
  • 0-5 years experience in mechanical engineering, robotics, aerospace, or product development.
  • Engineering Skills.
  • Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks.
  • Understanding of mechanical design principles and tolerances.
  • Hands-On Engineering.
  • Comfortable working directly with hardware and prototypes.
  • Documentation.
  • Ability to generate and interpret engineering drawings.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with drone systems, robotics, or aerospace hardware.
  • Experience supporting prototype builds or production environments.
  • Familiarity with DFM principles.

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