Senior Mechanical Engineer at Red Six Aerospace

Denver, Colorado, United States

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$140,000 – $170,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Augmented RealityIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or directly related field
5+ years of hands-on mechanical product design experience, with a proven track record of successful project leadership
Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks Preferred) and other relevant engineering tools
Consumer electronics design experience in most of these areas: industrial design, optics and lenses, cameras, sensors, displays, PCBs and flexes, sensors
Experience in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, and detailed drawings
Experience using cutting-edge engineering materials and manufacturing processes in production products
Detailed knowledge of engineering fundamentals in solid mechanics, material science, heat transfer, and mechanism design
Knowledge of design for manufacturability, assembly, and reliability
Ability to obtain a security clearance (requires U.S. Citizenship)
Experience designing for weight reduction and structural optimization (a plus)

Responsibilities

Provide technical guidance, design leadership, and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment
Integrate electronic equipment, sensors, optics, cameras, etc. into complex, high-performance hardware systems
Conduct thermal and structural analyses to validate and optimize designs for performance and reliability
Maintain industrial design intent, ensuring that mechanical solutions align with aesthetic goals and user experience requirements
Produce high fit and finish parts, paying meticulous attention to detail, craftsmanship, and quality
Work with cutting-edge materials and manufacturing processes to push the boundaries of what is possible in product design
Design intricate mechanisms to enable and enhance product functionality
Collaborate closely with contract manufacturers to ensure seamless translation of product designs into production
Span the entire spectrum of product design, from concept development, prototyping and testing, CAD and FEA analysis, to detailed design, product qualification, and LRIP production

Skills

CAD

FEA

Thermal Analysis

Structural Analysis

Prototyping

Mechanisms Design

Optics Integration

Sensors

Cameras

Manufacturing Processes

Product Qualification

Red Six Aerospace

Augmented reality for military training solutions

About Red Six Aerospace

Red Six Aerospace specializes in advanced training solutions using augmented reality technology designed for outdoor and dynamic environments. Their products enhance military training by providing realistic and immersive experiences that improve situational awareness and decision-making skills. Unlike many competitors, Red Six focuses specifically on the defense sector, offering tailored tools that meet the unique needs of military clients. The company's goal is to redefine training methods in the military by integrating digital content with real-world scenarios, ensuring that personnel are better prepared for various operational challenges.

Orlando, FloridaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$107.8MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

VR & AR, DefenseIndustries

51-200Employees

Risks

Competition from established defense contractors like Boeing threatens market share.

Dependency on large defense contracts poses financial risks if not renewed.

Rapid AR technological advancements could lead to obsolescence without innovation.

Differentiation

Red 6 offers AR technology for outdoor and dynamic military training environments.

Their ATARS system allows real-time interaction with virtual entities during flight.

Red 6's technology reduces the need for live aircraft and instructors in training.

Upsides

Successful RAF demonstration highlights cost-saving benefits of Red 6's AR technology.

Strategic partnerships with Boeing and BAE Systems enhance market acceptance.

$70M Series B funding boosts Red 6's development and scaling capabilities.

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