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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Indotronix Avani Group
- **Location:** Grand Prairie, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $149,594.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Rapid Prototyping Process
- **Published:** October 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://candidateportal.ceipal.com/job-details/eMjmNictpe6GV4RE5yYIP1zXyS3yqQJGgku2oClUmd4

## About the Role

Minimum 6 years mechanical design experience in Military/Defense/UAS systems

 - Demonstrated success in delivering design concepts, detailed drawings, and hardware to prototype or production
 - Proficient in PLM/ERP tools (e.g., Windchill) for change control and configuration management
 - Experience in small air vehicle design and development projects
 - At least 2 years using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software
 - Experience with Bill Of Materials (BOM) management
 - At least 2 years of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
 - 4+ years working with complex mechanical/electrical concepts
 - Part tolerancing experience
 - Strong analytical skills in resolving weight, performance, and requirements trade-offs
 - Collaborative approach to team-based design projects

Preferred Skills

 - Advanced proficiency with current UAS technologies
 - Experience leading multidisciplinary teams
 - Familiarity with rapid prototyping tools and agile project methodologies

## Description

Join Lockheed Martin's advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) engineering team as a Design Engineer. Drive innovation in rapid prototyping and R&D by designing, integrating, and testing cutting-edge UAS components and systems. Make a direct impact on defense and aerospace solutions while working alongside industry leaders in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

 - Design and develop major UAS system components and advanced prototypes for military and defense applications
 - Create detailed layouts, sketches, and notes to support design proposals from concept to production
 - Analyze key design factors including manufacturability, material availability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
 - Oversee assembly layouts, device mechanisms, and part details to ensure accuracy and optimal performance
 - Review and verify completed drawings for clarity, compliance, and technical precision
 - Identify areas for improvement, recommend design revisions, and resolve deficiencies
 - Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and manufacturing teams for seamless project execution
 - Ensure configuration management and traceability using PLM/ERP tools