Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer Mechanical Engineer II NASA Glenn Research Center Brook Park, Ohio HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran and woman-owned company with locations nationwide. HX5 is currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer/Thermal Analyst to join our team in Brook Park, Ohio in support of the GEARS contract at NASA Glenn Research Center.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

A Mechanical Engineer is needed to support NASA’s Glenn Research Center in the development of a fully additively manufactured (AM), six‑foot Distributed Electric Propulsion Research Drone (DEPRD). The engineer would manage the development process from concept through detailed design, analysis, prototyping, testing, and flight readiness; producing an open‑source drone platform that supports NASA research, university studies, small business innovation, and STEM education. Responsibilities include CAD design, AM fabrication, propulsion integration, ground testing, control system implementation using Cube flight controllers, and ensuring the design meets airworthiness requirements for RC/hobbyist flight environments. The candidate should have experience in multi‑disciplinary system development, hands‑on lab work, fluid and thermal analysis, documentation, and managing technical projects. They would also be responsible for the preparation of open‑source build documentation, support wind tunnel testing, and collaborate with NASA and external research partners to enable rapid experimentation and distributed propulsion control demonstrations.

Required Experience:

• Experience in CAD design (preferably in SolidWorks, CREO, or an open-source package), additive manufacturing, and hands‑on prototyping.
• Proficiency in structural, thermal, and aerodynamic analysis using tools such as FEA, CFD, and system level modeling
• Experience with instrumentation and control system integration.
• MATLAB/Simulink expertise for modeling propulsion, flow systems, and dynamic behavior.
• Laboratory experience including strong problem solving, troubleshooting, and systematic testing skills required to safely conduct experimental demonstrations on integrated ground test beds.
• Strong technical documentation skills, including using photography and videography to accurately record test bed operations, hardware integration, and experimental outcomes.
• Experience coordinating complex engineering projects, deadlines, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Education/Experience:

Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree from ABET accredited program with the following education and experience:

• Bachelor's degree and two (2) to five (5) years of relevant experience
• Master’s degree and zero (0) to three (3) years of relevant experience

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Relocation Assistance
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer. ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.