Sr. Mechanical Engineer

About Darkhive

Established in 2021, Darkhive builds hardware and software solutions designed to seamlessly integrate into the military defense system. We offer tactical uncrewed systems, human-machine interfaces, and software continuous delivery platforms. 

Darkhive is a company of of U.S. Special Operations veterans, engineers, robotics perception experts, DevSecOps, defense technology executives, and superb support staff-above all, we are mission first team. We believe that the U.S. and our allies around the world deserve high-quality, affordable tools that keep them safe when each second counts. 

If you are a free-thinking problem solver who is looking for a highly collaborative and innovative environment, apply with Darkhive today!

The Sr. Mechanical Engineer Role:

Are you a highly experience Sr. Mechanical Engineer that has led cradle to grave mechanical development for small hardware?  We are seeking someone who enjoys owning the mechanical design for product enclosures.

• Lead the engineering of mold injected plastic enclosures
• Own the full mechanical design from concept to CAD to manufacturing
• Product full mechanical drawings with material specifications and finish details for machined and injection molded parts.
• Review, test, and validate designs and rapid assembly
• Communicate with vendors for production builds

This is a FT, exempt, non-supervisory role reporting to the VP, Engineering. This role is on-site in San Antonio with 0-10% travel expected.

Qualifications you bring:

• Bachelors or Masters in Mechanical Engineering
• 7-10 years of experience in mechanical design experience of small parts
• Strong CAD experience including 2D and 3D
• Deep understanding and experience with injection molding and CNC machining
• Tools: calipers, micrometers, etc
• Excellent communication skills including written and verbal

Physical and/or Mental Requirements

• Ability to sit and/or stand for periods of time.
• Ability to use a keyboard, mouse, and other equipment with or without accommodations.
• Ability to maintain awareness during business hours.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and good command of the English language.
• Learns and memorizes routine tasks.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided to any person with a disability to be able to perform the essential job functions of this position.
• Darkhive retains the right to change or assign other duties as required for this position. 

Selection Process:

• Hiring team reviews applications
• 15-minute pre-screen with Darkhive recruiter
• 30-minute phone screen with the hiring manager
• Take home project 
• In-person or video interview with hiring team

Benefits Darkhive offers:

• Comprehensive medical plans
• 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance premiums
• Automatic 401k employer contribution with vesting
• Vacation and personal time off
• 11 Paid holidays
• 5 days of sick leave
• Stock options
• Welcoming and friendly work environment
• Respect of work-life balance

Darkhive is an equal-opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant because of race, color, gender (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.