Staff Mechanical Engineer
Red Cell Partners is an incubation firm dedicated to building and scaling technology-led companies in healthcare, cyber, and national security sectors. Their portfolio includes companies like Dash 2 Dynamics (D2), which focuses on advanced communications systems integrating plasma physics and novel antenna architectures. D2 aims to overcome limitations in conventional antennas, enabling smaller, more resilient communications capabilities in challenging environments.
As a Staff Mechanical Engineer at D2, you will serve as the senior mechanical technical owner for plasma-enabled antenna and advanced communications hardware. Your role involves shaping mechanical architecture, leading design decisions, and overseeing the development of antenna assemblies, plasma devices, electronics housings, and integration fixtures. You will guide the team through the entire product lifecycle, from concept to qualification-ready designs, ensuring engineering rigor across multidisciplinary programs.
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field, with over seven years of relevant mechanical product-development experience. Proficiency in modern 3D CAD platforms, production drawings, GD&T, and tolerance analysis is essential. A strong understanding of thermal management, structural mechanics, materials selection, and manufacturing processes is required. Experience in rapid hardware iteration, prototype testing, and qualification processes is also necessary.
While specific compensation details are not provided, Red Cell Partners offers competitive salaries and benefits. The company culture emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and a mission-driven approach to addressing critical challenges in healthcare, cyber, and national security sectors. Employees are encouraged to contribute to impactful projects that drive technological advancements and societal benefits.
Joining Red Cell Partners provides an opportunity to work at the forefront of technological innovation in mission-critical sectors. As a Staff Mechanical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge communication systems that have the potential to reshape defense, aerospace, and commercial communications. This position offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the success and growth of groundbreaking technologies.