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title: 'Senior Mechanical Engineer at Heven AeroTech'
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# Senior Mechanical Engineer at Heven AeroTech

- **Company:** Heven AeroTech
- **Location:** Bingen, WA
- **Posted:** 2026-07-28
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-14
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/hevenaerotech/jobs/4330712009

## Job description

Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer Company: Heven AeroTech Location: Bingen, WA (On-Site) FLSA: Exempt

About Our Company: At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don’t just believe in the power of people—we build our success on it. As a recognized leader in hydrogen-powered drones, we’ve earned recognition for creating a workplace where innovation thrives, collaboration is second nature, and every employee feels valued. Our culture is anchored in trust and a shared commitment to excellence.

We believe great teams are built on individuals who are humble, hungry, and smart—those who put team success first, take initiative to continuously improve, and demonstrate strong interpersonal awareness. At Heven, your voice matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a tangible impact as you grow through hands-on experience and collaboration across the team.

Role Summary: The Mechanical Engineer is a highly skilled engineer with deep expertise in mechanical engineering and a strong understanding of airframe design, structural analysis, and system integration. Responsibilities include delivering complex engineering solutions in the design, testing, and integration of mechanical systems for unmanned aerial platforms.

This role leads subsystem development and contributes to integrating payload capabilities with the refinement of airframe assemblies, tooling, and structural components across prototype and production stages. Delivers high-quality technical work with attention to manufacturability, performance, and readiness. We are seeking engineers who are hungry, humble, and smart individuals who take initiative, continuously seek to improve, collaborate effectively, and apply sound engineering judgment to solve complex problems. This role collaborates cross-functionally to solve challenging problems, supports engineering excellence through mentorship, and may influence project direction through informal technical leadership or interaction with customers, suppliers, and manufacturing partners.

Essential Responsibilities:

- Lead the design, development and integration of new functional payloads and designs while assessing complex airframe structures, subsystems, and tooling across analysis, design, prototype and production stages.
- Architect workflows, technical drawings, and analyses that ensure manufacturability, performance, and long-term reliability.
- Provide technical direction during design reviews and guide less experienced engineers in best practices.
- Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and initiative by proactively identifying design improvements and new approaches. (Hungry)
- Define validation strategies, oversee execution of structural and system-level tests, and interpret results to guide design refinements.
- Provide technical leadership in readiness reviews and resolve cross-disciplinary issues.
- Apply strong engineering judgment and structured problem-solving to complex technical challenges. (Smart)
- Partner with cross-functional leads in engineering, manufacturing, and programs to drive alignment.
- Lead initiatives to improve processes, tools, and documentation that strengthen product quality and efficiency.
- Influence decision-making through clear, data-driven technical guidance.
- Approach collaboration with respect, openness to feedback, and a team-first mindset. (Humble)
- Mentor early-career engineers and technicians, fostering growth and sharing best practices.
- Represent mechanical engineering in program reviews and contribute to technical direction.
- Take ownership of complex problems and drive them to resolution with accountability and follow-through. (Hungry & Smart)
- Model professionalism, humility, and a commitment to team success over individual recognition. (Humble)

Qualifications & Experience:

Required:

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree desirable.
- Experience: 5–10 years in mechanical engineering, preferably in UAV, aerospace, defense, or complex hardware environments.
- Deep expertise in mechanical design, structural analysis, and system integration. Proficient in CAD tools (SolidWorks, CATIA, or Creo).
- Demonstrated ability to lead complex subsystem development and solve advanced technical challenges with sound judgment. (Smart)
- Understands how design decisions impact full system performance, manufacturability, and lifecycle reliability.
- Works effectively across disciplines, values diverse perspectives, and builds strong working relationships. (Humble)
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic, takes ownership of outcomes, and continuously seeks opportunities to improve products and processes. (Hungry)
- Invests in developing others, shares knowledge openly, and elevates team performance. (Humble)
- Communicates clearly and effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred:

- 8+ years of aerospace or UAV mechanical engineering experience
- Hands-on experience building, prototyping, and testing complex systems
- Advanced CAD/CAE and structural analysis expertise
- Experience leading subsystem design and production transition
- Experience mentoring engineers and contributing to technical leadership
- Familiarity with certification, regulatory, or defense standards
- Customer or supplier-facing technical experience

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to work in office, lab, manufacturing, and test environments.
- Ability to stand, walk, and support hands-on build and integration activities.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25–40 lbs as needed.
- Ability to perform extended computer-based work (CAD, analysis, documentation).
- Ability to travel occasionally for testing, supplier visits, or program support.

Benefits Overview: Heven AeroTech offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off/sick, and additional protections such as critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, and short- and long-term disability.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Heven AeroTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

## About Heven AeroTech

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Heven AeroTech designs and manufactures hydrogen-powered drone systems for defense, public safety, and commercial missions, offering extended flight endurance, ultra-quiet operation, and zero-emission capabilities.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series B)
- **Headquarters**: Sterling, Virginia, United States (with offices in Bingen, WA; Miami, FL; Dulles, VA; and Mevoh Carmel, Israel)
- **Founded**: 2019
- **Founders**: Bentzion Levinson (Founder & CEO)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Aerospace & Defense, Unmanned Systems, Hydrogen Technology
- Target customers: Defense forces (U.S. Army, national security agencies), public safety organizations, commercial operators (surveillance, logistics, monitoring)
- Mission or purpose statement: "Engineering the Next Era of American Aerospace" — fusing rapid-cycle development with the reliability of a national industrial asset to build the future of American aerospace.

## Products & Services
- **Z1**: A Blue UAS Select hydrogen-powered drone for national security and defense missions, offering ultra-quiet endurance and trusted performance.
- **Raider**: A heavy-lift, mission-ready drone built for reliability and adaptability, capable of carrying payloads across challenging environments.
- **H2D55**: A hydrogen-powered drone platform optimized for long-endurance monitoring of borders, critical assets, and logistics.
- **Urban X**: A drone designed for urban and public safety operations, providing extended aerial support during critical response situations.
- **ATLAS**: A multi-role drone platform that serves as the "ultimate multi-role toolbox" for various mission configurations.
- **Refuelers**: On-demand hydrogen production and refueling systems that ensure operational independence in the field.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (private company)
- **Total Funding**: $100.0M (Series B, November 2025, led by IonQ)
- **Key Metric**: Series B raised $100M; acquired HEVEN ENERGY LTD; awarded a U.S. Army Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) in March 2026 for the Z1 and associated hydrogen systems.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: IonQ (lead investor in Series B), Texas Venture Partners, Oracle Defense Ecosystem
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 136.5% YoY (61 employees as of mid-2026); expanded U.S. operations with new HQ in Sterling, VA; opened offices in Bingen, WA and Miami, FL; acquired Zepher Flight Labs; featured in The Defense Post; DIU (Defense Innovation Unit) approved the Z1 for the Blue UAS list.

## Competitive Advantages
- **First-mover in hydrogen-powered defense drones**: The only Blue UAS Select hydrogen-powered drone, providing a unique combination of ultra-quiet operation and extended flight endurance (up to 3x longer than battery-powered drones).
- **Vertical integration**: In-house hydrogen refueling technology (on-demand production) ensures operational independence and reduces logistics burden for customers.
- **Proven government contracts**: U.S. Army Basic Ordering Agreement and DIU approval signal trusted, mission-critical capability for defense customers.
- **Global talent pool**: Operations in both the U.S. and Israel combine American aerospace reliability with Israeli defense-tech innovation and rapid development cycles.
- **Strong IP and acquisitions**: Acquired HEVEN ENERGY LTD and Zepher Flight Labs, adding hydrogen fuel cell expertise and specialized flight capabilities.

## Strategic Focus
- Scaling U.S. manufacturing and operations (new HQ in Virginia, expansion in Washington state and Florida).
- Deepening defense and government partnerships (Army BOA, Blue UAS listing).
- Integrating AI and quantum sensor technologies into drone platforms (hired VP of AI Samantha Hamilton; exploring quantum sensors).
- Expanding hydrogen infrastructure (refuelers and on-site production) to enable broader commercial adoption.
- Building a vertically integrated American aerospace company from design to production to field support.

## Why Work Here
- **High-growth environment**: 136.5% headcount growth YoY; company is scaling rapidly with significant funding and government contracts.
- **Mission-driven work**: Directly contribute to national security, public safety, and clean energy solutions through hydrogen-powered drone technology.
- **Global, collaborative culture**: Offices across the U.S. and Israel, with a diverse team of engineers, operations specialists, and defense veterans.
- **Strong leadership**: Experienced executives from defense, aerospace, and hydrogen industries (e.g., Karen Swider-Lyons as VP of Hydrogen Technology; Samantha Hamilton as VP of AI).
- **Active hiring**: 27 open positions as of mid-2026, including engineering roles (Mechanical, Fuel Cell, Production), technical roles (Assembly Technician, Configuration Manager), and compliance/supply chain roles (ITAR/EAR Specialist, Logistics Coordinator).
- **Hybrid/office policy**: Likely office-based given manufacturing and engineering focus, but multiple U.S. locations (Sterling, VA; Bingen, WA; Miami, FL) offer flexibility.
- **Perks**: Opportunity to work on cutting-edge hydrogen and drone technology; exposure to defense and government contracting; potential for rapid career growth in a scaling organization.

## Sources
1. [LinkedIn - Heven AeroTech](https://www.linkedin.com/company/hevenaerotech)
2. [Heven Drones Official Website](https://hevendrones.com/)
3. [Heven AeroTech Official Website](https://hevenaerotech.com/)
4. [CB Insights - Heven AeroTech](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/heven-drones)
5. [Heven Drones - Contact Us](https://hevendrones.com/contact-us/)

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