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(NASDAQ: ONDS) and, together with World View, has joined forces to create Ondas Sentinel. Ondas Sentinel is a next-generation U.S. defense platform integrating long-endurance ISR, autonomous systems, counter-UAS technologies, and mission intelligence.\nWhile DZYNE is now part of Ondas Sentinel, we are still legally operating as DZYNE as we complete the formal integration of our systems and processes. As a result, you may see roles cross-posted across DZYNE and World View, during this transition. All positions represent opportunities within the same combined organization.\nWhat does this mean for candidates?\nYou’re joining a team that is accelerating the future of autonomous defense.\nYou’ll be part of a company backed by significant investment, strong growth, and mission-proven technology.\nYou’ll work alongside world-class engineers and innovators who have already delivered thousands of operational flight hours, high-impact ISR capabilities, leading counter-UAS systems, and breakthrough autonomous effects.\nYou’ll help shape a unified platform that enables operators to see more, decide faster, and act with confidence across the modern battlespace.\nTogether, Ondas Sentinel is building something bigger than any one company, a scalable, integrated defense organization designed to meet emerging mission needs with speed, precision, and purpose.\nIf you’re energized by ambitious missions, rapid innovation, and a chance to help define the future of autonomous defense, we’d love to have you on the team.\nPosition Title: Associate Mechanical Engineer\nLocation: 34 Parker, Irvine, CA\nWork Arrangement: On-site\nPosition Summary\nWe are seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer to design and develop airframe structures and mechanical assemblies for unmanned aircraft systems. This role involves creating robust, lightweight components, integrating subsystems within defined aircraft volumes, and supporting the full lifecycle from concept through build and test.\nWorking as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will contribute to detailed mechanical design, component packaging, and production-ready documentation. Candidates should be comfortable collaborating closely with manufacturing and test personnel to ensure designs are practical, efficient to build, and aligned with performance and reliability goals.\nThis position offers the opportunity to apply strong mechanical fundamentals, hands-on problem solving, and design-for-manufacturing principles to drive high-quality hardware into prototype and production environments.\nRequired Duties and Responsibilities:\nDevelop airframe structures, mechanical components, and assemblies for unmanned aircraft systems.\nIntegrate mechanical, electrical, propulsion, and avionics subsystems within defined aircraft volumes.\nCreate detailed CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings that meet quality and configuration standards.\nApply mechanical engineering fundamentals to support sizing, basic structural assessment, tolerance considerations, and design trade studies.\nCollaborate with manufacturing to incorporate design-for-manufacturing principles and ensure efficient, repeatable builds.\nSupport fabrication, assembly, ground testing, and flight testing through hands-on troubleshooting and issue resolution.\nIncorporate feedback from testing, integration, and production into iterative design improvements.\nWork effectively with cross-functional engineering teams and communicate technical status clearly\nRequired Skills/Qualifications:\nProficiency with 3D CAD tools for part and assembly design (SolidWorks preferred).\nExperience generating mechanical drawings and documentations.\nUnderstanding of structural behavior, mechanical design principles, and lightweight component design.\nFamiliarity with engineering drawing standards.\nStrong communication skills and the ability to collaborate in a multi-disciplinary environment\nPreferred Skills/Qualifications:\nInternship experience as mechanical engineer in aerospace, robotics or automotive industry.\nFamiliarity with GD&T.\nExperience with DFM, DFA, or production-oriented mechanical design practices.\nBackground working with composite or lightweight metallic structures.\nHands-on experience supporting prototype hardware builds, mechanical integration, or test operations.\nExposure to FEA tools or structural analysis workflows.\nExperience with unmanned aircraft, flight hardware, or other mission-critical mechanical systems\nEducation:\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM field from an accredited institution\nClearance Level Required: None\nExport Control / ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms\nWork Authorization Requirement:\nCandidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.\nTravel Required: Less Than 10%\nWorking Conditions:\nThe diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.\nPhysical Demands:\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:\nMust have the ability to stoop, stand, climb, occasionally lift a minimum of 25 lbs.\nInvolves movement between departments, floors, and worksites to facilitate work.\nSalary: $86,000 - $105,000 annually\nSalary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high-demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus. The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of salary or annual bonus.\nBenefits:\nOur benefits are DZYNE’ed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.\nSome Final Notes\nThe description gives you a sense of what the position involves but is not an exhaustive list. We are a growing and evolving team, which means your responsibilities may shift or expand overtime as new opportunities arise. Flexibility and curiosity are part of what makes our work exciting!\nDZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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