Mechanical Engineer

Albacore (YC S25) is hiring an entrepreneurial, creative, motivated mechanical engineers to help us build a next-generation unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) that can deter island invasions. The company was founded by serial entrepreneurs in defense and unmanned systems technology experts.

Founding Mechanical Engineers will:

• Co-lead, design, and build a next generation UUV (hull design, system integration, etc.)
• Develop manufacturing plan and instructions for assembly technicians
• Design and conduct experiments and tests for the UUV platform
• Discuss technology with high-level government personnel
• Assist with IP development and patenting new technologies
• Manage junior engineers and contractors

What we’re looking for:

• Track record of developing underwater vehicles and engines helpful but not required
• Previous team leadership on engineering projects
• Deep love of building cool stuff
• Entrepreneurial mentality
• US citizen and able to obtain a security clearance
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering/Science, Electrical Engineering, or similar
• Technical skills: Solidworks, Simulations, Construction (Soldering, 3D printing, etc.), Programming (Python, Matlab, etc.)

Other details:

• $80k-$130k salary range + equity
• Must be willing to relocate to Philadelphia
• Can start by September 1, 2025