Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

Join Baxter Aerospace and shape the future of firefighting with our Dragonfly autonomous aircraft, a groundbreaking vertical takeoff platform designed to clear the air—literally. Our mission is to combat wildfires with innovative, scalable technology, delivering real-time data and paving the way for autonomous water-dropping solutions that protect lives and landscapes.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will design, analyze, and deliver components and systems that blend advanced mechanical design with modern control and software integration. This role combines CAD design in SolidWorks, systems identification, and control systems development with object-oriented programming and Python-based automation to create robust, mission-ready aerospace hardware.

We’re looking for an engineer who thrives in cross-disciplinary environments—equally comfortable designing parts in CAD, modeling system behavior, and writing code to test or validate designs. If you enjoy taking projects from a blank screen to a flying system, this role is for you.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY:

At Baxter Aerospace, we are building a new way to fight forest fires in a digitally connected world. We are known for our innovation, precision, and commitment to quality. We foster a collaborative and fast-paced environment where excellence is both expected and rewarded.

We are looking for top-tier team members to join our mission in advancing satellite communication equipment used for critical missions like aerial firefighting, camera data transmission from aircraft, and deployed team coordination.

For more information about our company, please visit our website: BaxterAerospace.com.

DUTIES:

Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems in SolidWorks, ensuring manufacturability and performance.
Apply systems identification techniques to model, validate, and improve dynamic system behavior.
Develop and refine control systems for aerospace applications, including feedback control and actuator modeling.
Write and maintain object-oriented Python code to support analysis, simulation, and automated testing.
Create detailed drawings, bills of materials, and documentation for manufacturing and assembly.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical, electrical, and software systems into cohesive designs.
Conduct design reviews and incorporate peer feedback to improve product reliability and maintainability.
Support prototyping, testing, and validation of hardware, iterating quickly to resolve issues and refine designs.

SKILLS:

Proficiency in SolidWorks for CAD modeling and drafting
Strong foundation in control systems and dynamic system modeling
Experience with systems identification techniques
Programming ability in Python with knowledge of object-oriented design
Ability to work across mechanical and software engineering domains
Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Aerospace, robotics, or mechatronics project experience
Use of MATLAB/Simulink or similar tools for modeling and simulation
Hands-on prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting of mechatronic systems
Familiarity with manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturability principles

REQUIREMENTS:

Must be a U.S. Person (Defined as: a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or an individual who has been granted asylum or refugee status, in accordance with U.S. export control regulations such as ITAR and EAR)
Willing to commute (position is only in-person)
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or a related engineering field
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

EXPECTED HOURS/SCHEDULE:

Full Time: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–6 PM

BENEFITS:

Pay Depends on Experience

Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision Included

Opportunity for Growth and Development

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