Mechanical Engineer to Evolved Aerospace
Workplace: Linköping, Sverige
Expires: January 3, 2026
Join Evolved Aerospace as a Mechanical Engineer in Linköping, Sweden, contributing to cutting-edge unmanned aerial systems (UAS) technology for defense applications. Work full-time in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment designing, prototyping, and testing high-performance drone structures, collaborating across disciplines.
Main requirements:
- Degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related technical field
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in mechanical design and development
- Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or Siemens NX
- Strong understanding of structural analysis, strength calculations, and materials science
- Experience in prototyping and designing for manufacturability
- Strong interest in aviation, drones, and defense technology
- Excellent communication skills in English (Swedish language skills are a bonus)
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop lightweight mechanical structures and aerodynamic components for UAS platforms
- Optimize material selection and construction methods for strength, performance, and manufacturability
- Rapid prototyping, iterative design, and testing of mechanical systems in lab and real flight conditions
- Collaborate closely with electronics, avionics, and systems engineers to create integrated, mission-ready platforms
- Contribute through all phases from initial concept generation to validation and production readiness
Required hard skills:
- Mechanical engineering design
- CAD modeling using SolidWorks, CATIA, or Siemens NX
- Structural analysis and strength calculation
- Materials science
- Prototyping
- Manufacturing design
Soft skills:
- Initiative and ownership
- Problem-solving mindset
- Ability to thrive in high-stakes, fast-paced environments
- Strong communication skills
- Purpose-driven attitude
- Collaboration across disciplines
Natural languages:
- English (Proficient)
- Swedish (Basic familiarity)
Cultural skills:
- Working in international and multidisciplinary teams
- Adaptability to startup-style rapid development cycles
- Focus on defense technology applications
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