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Performance Drone Works

Robot type
Drone · Defense
Location
DenverColoradoUSA
Job type
Hardware
Posted
Jul 31, 2026
Salary
$245,000–$307,000 a year
Full-time

Head of Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, climb, and move about regularly throughout the day and lift / carry up to 25 pounds. Must have manual dexterity to operate standard office or manufacturing equipment as well as various electronic power supplies and test equipment. Must be physically capable of the assigned duties.

Job responsibilities

  • Drive execution of complex mechanical systems from layout through design, production and field deployment.
  • Guide design decisions for solutions optimized for high volume manufacturing and sustainment, with a focus on durability and usability in the field.
  • Partner with Electrical, Software, Systems, Product, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to deliver integrated products.
  • Establish technical direction, engineering standards, and development processes across mechanical engineering programs.
  • Lead technical reviews, design reviews, and engineering risk assessments across multiple programs.
  • Build organizational capability through hiring, mentoring, performance management, and career development.
  • Develop resource plans, staffing strategies, and organizational structures to support company growth.
  • Help build and scale PDW's Denver engineering hub into a world-class engineering organization.

Job requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
  • 10+ years of experience developing complex mechanical systems for high-rate production.
  • 4+ years of engineering leadership experience managing technical teams and senior engineers.
  • Experience designing for high-volume manufacturing including injection molding, casting and stamping.
  • Experience in driving electromechanical designs including motors, sensors and complex cable and harness assemblies
  • Experience qualifying components and assemblies using statistical process control (SPC)
  • A pragmatic approach to tolerancing and specifications optimizing use of GD&T
  • Experience leading a cross functional team of engineers and industrial design in formation of multiple products.
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