Senior Prototype & Build Engineer (Aviation)

Senior Prototype & Build Engineer (Aviation)

$150,000 - $200,000 Equity Relocation Package Medical, Dental, Vision 401k PTO Benefits

Los Angeles, CA

Are you an engineer with a strong mechanical design background, looking to join a high-growth startup where you’ll work on cutting-edge products for the aviation industry?

This is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage and play a key role in an ambitious company with world-class engineering leadership and exceptional financial backing, where your work will make a visible impact from day one.

The company operates in the aviation sector, designing and developing next-generation hardware and flight-critical components. You’ll join a highly skilled, fast-moving team working on products that will reshape the future of aviation manufacturing.

You will also play a key role in launching a brand-new prototyping and test facility, taking early-stage designs through prototype builds, testing, and refinement.

This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who thrives in fast-paced, highly technical startup environments and wants to work alongside top performers on exciting, meaningful projects.

The Role:

• Lead prototype and first-article builds of new hardware products
• Collaborate closely with design and manufacturing teams to bring concepts to life
• Take on hands-on responsibilities including CAD revisions, GD&T, drawings, and BOMs
• Support the build-out and optimization of a new prototyping and testing facility
• Troubleshoot, test, iterate, and refine early-stage hardware

The Person:

• Background in mechanical, hardware, or product engineering
• Strong hands-on build, testing, and troubleshooting skills
• Proficient in CAD with solid understanding of GD&T, materials, and tolerances
• Thrives in a high-growth, fast-paced startup engineering environment
• Aviation/aerospace experience preferred (other relevant industries considered)
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident