Junior Mechanical Engineer – UAV Systems at Twentyfour Industries

Munich, Bavaria, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

CAD Design, Rapid Prototyping, 3D Printing, Soldering, Mechanical Assembly, Testing and Iteration, SolidWorks, UAV Piloting, PX4, DFM/DFA

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Twentyfour Industries What we’re looking for We're looking for a mechanically minded, hands-on engineer to turn ideas into reality. In this role, you'll design, build, and refine mechanical systems, from drones to production-ready parts, blending solid engineering principles with practical problem-solving. This is a role for someone who's driven to make things work in the real world, not just on paper, and wants to grow into UAV hardware engineering from day one. The day-to-day Mechanical design: design mechanical components and systems for our UAV platforms using CAD Rapid prototyping: build and iterate on parts using 3D printing, from concept to bench-tested prototype Hands-on assembly: solder, assemble, and integrate mechanical and electronic components Testing and iteration: test designs on the bench, identify failure points, and refine accordingly Cross-disciplinary work: switch fluidly between design software and hands-on build work as the project demands You should apply if you Track record: you can show a project where you solved a real problem pragmatically, tell us what you built, why, and what you learned CAD skills: you're proficient in CAD design Hands-on experience: you have practical experience with 3D printing, soldering, and hands-on assembly Curiosity: you're curious, practical, and eager to build, test, and iterate Education: you hold a bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering or a related field, with 0-2 years of experience Eligibility: you're eligible to obtain a NATO security clearance Nice to haves Software depth: proficiency in SolidWorks Drone experience: UAV piloting skills or experience with PX4 or other drone control stacks Manufacturing knowledge: exposure to plastic injection molding and DFM/DFA principles What we offer Real impact & ownership: Shape high-tech defense systems and take responsibility from day one. Mission-driven environment: Work on technologies that matter for European security and sovereignty. Competitive package: Competitive salary, EGYM Wellpass, corporate benefits, and equity options aligned with role and level. Deep tech environment: Get hands-on experience with cutting-edge drone technology and real operational use cases. Grow fast: Steep learning curve for juniors, strategic influence and leadership opportunities for seniors. Startup mindset meets defence innovation: flat hierarchies, fast decisions, and space for your ideas. Flexibility: Flexible hours, remote options, and relocation support. Strong team: International, driven colleagues and a culture built on exchange, trust, and shared success. About us Twentyfour Industries is committed to building a fair, inclusive, and high-performance workplace where people from all backgrounds can contribute and thrive. Our team brings together individuals with different perspectives, experiences, and skills to shape the future of European security and technology. All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnic or social origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable European or national law. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who are underrepresented in the technology and defense sector, including women, people with disabilities, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds. We aim to provide a respectful, supportive, and transparent recruitment process. If you require adjustments to take part in our hiring process, please let us know so we can accommodate your needs. If you share our mission and are motivated to work on challenges with real-world impact, we look forward to your application.

Responsibilities

Design and build mechanical components and systems for UAV platforms using CAD and rapid prototyping. Responsibilities include hands-on assembly, soldering, and iterative testing to refine hardware for real-world operational use.