# Sr. Mechanical Engineer at Aurelius Systems

- Company: Aurelius Systems
- What the company does: Aurelius Systems builds AI-powered directed energy laser defense platforms protecting troops, bases, and infrastructure from UAS drone threats. Backed by General Catalyst.
- Company website: https://aureliussystems.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: San Francisco
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $165K to $210K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-12
- Apply by: 2026-11-26
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/aureliussystems/a555155b-44cd-4f98-a255-b7d0ed8e7d48?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/aurelius-systems-sr-mechanical-engineer/

## About the role

We need a Senior Mechanical Engineer who owns major mechanical subsystems on Archimedes end to end and makes them survive the field. That means ruggedization of a fiber laser system against shock, vibration, moisture and environmental extremes, plus the structure, thermal management and precision packaging around the laser head and beam director. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- 5+ years in mechanical engineering on ruggedized, field-deployable or high-performance systems
- At least one subsystem you took from prototype to production
- Strong FEA (ANSYS, Nastran, Abaqus or equivalent) and the bench work to back it up
- Hands-on design to MIL-STD-810 or equivalent shock and vibration standards
- Thermal design for high-power systems
- Evidence you learn fast. You got effective in a new domain in months, not years

Tags: Engineering

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