Full-Time

Mechanical Engineering Manager

Aircraft

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Wing

Wing

201-500 employees

Drone delivery service for small packages

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation

Compensation Overview

$190k - $213kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity

Senior

Palo Alto, CA, USA

Category
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Engineering Management
Required Skills
CAD
SolidWorks
Requirements
  • BSc/MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace, or equivalent practical experience
  • 8+ years of relevant experience, including 2+ years experience leading mechanical design projects, from subsystem to system level
  • 2+ years people management experience
  • Proficient in CAD software and EPDM (SolidWorks preferred)
  • Experience in designing and analyzing innovative and robust mechanical/mechatronic systems
  • Experience designing tightly integrated electronics enclosures and thermal solutions
  • Experience with CNC, sheet metal, and rapid prototyping fabrication
  • Practical knowledge of how to quickly prototype and test designs as well as experience with high-volume production manufacturing methods like injection molding or die casting
  • Experience in driving fast development cycles with vendors locally and abroad
  • Great cross functional communication skills
  • Ability to navigate complex trade spaces, and to keep technical projects with tight timelines on track
  • Thrives in fast paced environment, adapts quickly to new requirements
Responsibilities
  • Own the development of multiple subsystems, from project planning through execution and into retrospectives
  • Lead small mechanical and cross functional teams to bring products from concept through detailed design and into manufacturing
  • Brainstorm creative solutions to mechanical, manufacturing, and mechatronic problems
  • Lead mechanical design concepting & prototype builds of the aircraft and/or the ground support infrastructure
  • Reduce complexity by pushing for simple and elegant designs
  • Strive for data-driven decisions that are well understood and communicated throughout the team
  • Interface tightly with manufacturing, electrical, UX and other teams on Wing
  • Collaborate with external vendors
  • Manage individual contributors, provide encouragement and feedback, craft plans for team development

Wing provides a drone delivery service that transports small packages from businesses directly to homes in a matter of minutes. The company uses a fleet of lightweight and automated drones to ensure that deliveries are efficient and timely. Wing's approach involves integrating its delivery system with existing logistics frameworks, allowing it to complement traditional delivery methods seamlessly. The service prioritizes safety and sustainability, catering to the increasing demand for quick and environmentally friendly delivery options. Wing mainly targets businesses that want to improve their delivery capabilities and enhance customer satisfaction by offering faster delivery times.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lafayette, Louisiana

Founded

2009

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

5%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased payload capacity allows Wing to offer a wider range of delivery services.
  • Partnerships with Walmart and DoorDash enhance Wing's market penetration in the U.S.
  • FAA exemptions for detect-and-avoid technology enable safer and scalable operations.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from retailers like Walmart and Amazon could impact Wing's market share.
  • Safety concerns from drone battery issues may lead to regulatory challenges.
  • Wing's success is tied to DoorDash's market performance and strategic decisions.

What makes Wing unique

  • Wing's UAS traffic management system ensures safe and efficient drone delivery routes.
  • Wing's drones have completed over 70,000 test flights, proving their reliability.
  • Wing integrates seamlessly with existing logistics frameworks, enhancing traditional delivery methods.

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