Junior Mechanical Engineer - UAV Systems (Remote)

About the Role

We are seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer - UAV Systems to join our innovative team at Twentyfour Industries. This is a hands-on role where you will work on advanced small Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) to enhance European sovereignty and security. As a Junior Mechanical Engineer, you will be involved in designing, prototyping, and assembling mechanical systems, making this an exciting opportunity for those looking to grow in a practical engineering environment.

What You'll Do

• Design mechanical components and assemblies for UAV platforms and related systems.
• Build, test, and iterate on prototypes using 3D printing and hands-on fabrication techniques.
• Support the transition from prototype designs to production-ready parts.
• Assemble mechanical and electromechanical subsystems, including basic soldering work.
• Collaborate closely with electronics, autonomy, and operations teams to solve practical integration challenges.
• Learn and apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles as designs mature toward manufacturing.

Requirements

• Graduate or early-career engineer (0–2 years) with a bachelor’s or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Curious, practical, and motivated to build, test, and improve real hardware.
• Comfortable moving between CAD design and hands-on bench work.
• Enjoy learning by doing and iterating quickly based on real-world feedback.
• Eligible to obtain a NATO security clearance.

Nice to Have

• Proficiency in SolidWorks.
• UAV piloting experience.
• Exposure to PX4 or other drone control stacks.
• Deeper knowledge of 3D printing (materials, optimization, troubleshooting).
• Experience with plastic injection molding and DFM/DFA principles.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and equity options.
• A hands-on role contributing directly to next-generation UAV platforms.
• A collaborative, ambitious, and engineering-driven startup environment.
• Flexible working conditions with remote work and relocation support for top candidates.