Mechanical Engineer

Aurelius Systems is a VC-backed defense tech startup (Seed + $40M Series A) building autonomous, edge-deployed directed energy laser systems (Archimedes) for counter-UAS/drone defense. Real hardware that goes downrange, with weekly field testing on a private range and a $151B MDA contract. We're hiring hands-on Mechanical Engineers focused on ruggedization, structural/thermal design, FEA, shock/vibration, sealing, and MIL-STD compliance for laser weapon systems. Builders who thrive in a fast-moving ~20-person team with lab-to-range feedback loops measured in days. On-site in SF (Detroit hub too). Competitive salary + equity, full benefits, daily lunches, PTO, and more. Apply via careers page.