Mechanical Engineer, Autonomous Vehicles

AeroVect
San Francisco, US
On-site

Job Description

Who We Are

AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy, redefining how airlines and ground service providers around the globe run day-to-day operations. We are a Series A company backed by top-tier venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving. Our customers include some of the world’s largest airlines and ground handling providers. For more information, visit www.aerovect.com.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll design, prototype, and integrate systems to retrofit production vehicles with the hardware necessary for autonomous driving. You’ll work hands-on to bring advanced technology from concept to integration, ensuring seamless functionality and robust performance.

You Will

Design and prototype mechanical systems to retrofit vehicles with sensors, computing hardware, and other autonomous components

Collaborate closely with hardware, software, and systems teams to ensure smooth integration of technologies

Hands-on assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of retrofitted vehicles

Develop and iterate rapid prototypes to test new ideas and solutions

Work in a fast-paced environment to meet project deadlines and performance targets

You Have

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.) and hands-on experience with mechanical integration

Experience with prototyping, fabrication, and testing

Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

Ability to work in a dynamic startup environment and quickly adapt to new challenges

Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

Mechanical engineeringCad softwarePrototypingFabricationTestingProblem solvingAttention to detailAutonomous vehiclesGround handling

Level

Mid-Level

Posted

5/1/2026

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