Job Description

IMPORTANT NOTE ON THE SALARY: The salary posted for the DRONE MECHANICAL ENGINEER role is not absolute and was used only to fulfill the posting requirements of Indeed. The identified candidate shall be paid on a PER-PROJECT BASIS AS A SUBCONTRACTOR. Pay will discussed with the Hiring Manager.

We are seeking a skilled and innovative

Drone Mechanical Engineer

with a deep expertise in drone systems to join our team. The ideal candidate will drive mechanical design across all phases of drone development, pre-production, production, and post-production, while leveraging their experience to support construction-focused applications such as site monitoring, surveying, and inspections. This role requires a creative problem solver who thrives in fast-paced environments and brings at least five years of full-time drone engineering experience (or eight years combined full-time/part-time) to the table.

Key Responsibilities

Lead mechanical design and development for rotorcraft, fixed-wing, or hybrid drone platforms Collaborate with electrical, controls, and software teams to integrate multidisciplinary systems Define mechanical performance requirements and validate them through analysis and testing Develop prototypes, oversee manufacturing processes, and support vendor relations Ensure designs meet regulatory, safety, and reliability standards throughout product lifecycle Support drone deployment in construction environments for monitoring, surveying, and inspections

Duties and Tasks

Translate requirements into detailed CAD models, 3D prints, and working prototypes Conduct structural, thermal, vibration, and fatigue analyses to verify mechanical integrity Create and maintain bills of materials (BOMs), assembly drawings, and tolerance specifications Set up and execute test plans, document results, and iterate designs based on data Partner with production teams to optimize manufacturability, assembly workflows, and cost targets Troubleshoot field issues, provide root-cause analysis, and implement design improvements Train internal stakeholders and field technicians on mechanical aspects of drone operation

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field Minimum five years of full-time experience (or eight years combined full-time/part-time) in drone mechanical design Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo) and FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Nastran) Hands-on experience with prototype fabrication, test rigs, and manufacturing processes Solid understanding of propulsion systems, material selection, and structural analysis Familiarity with FAA regulations, safety standards, and design validation protocols Willingness to work and get paid as a subcontractor for each drone engineering project.

Preferred Requirements

Experience applying drones to construction use cases: site monitoring, land surveying, or inspections Knowledge of composite materials, additive manufacturing, or advanced fabrication techniques Background in production scaling, quality management systems, and failure-modes-effects analysis (FMEA) Exposure to multidisciplinary integration with avionics, control systems, or autonomous navigation Excellent communication skills with the ability to document technical designs and lead cross-functional reviews
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: AED12,000.00 - AED22,000.00 per month

Expected hours: 20 - 40 per week