Mechanical Team Lead

At D-Fend Solutions, our people are our greatest strength — and technology is our passion. Our team of innovators and subject matter experts, including veterans of elite military intelligence technology units, is transforming the way organizations protect themselves from drone threats.

As the global leader in cyber-takeover counter-drone technology, we design and deliver advanced, software-defined solutions that empower our customers to detect, take control, and safely land unauthorized drones — with precision and reliability.

Every day, we push the boundaries of innovation to meet real-world security challenges across industries and environments. We’re proud of our cutting-edge technology, our global reach, and the impact we make in securing the skies.

We’re seeking passionate professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, creative, and collaborative environment — those who want to be part of the next generation of airspace security innovation.

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Scope:
We are looking for a Mechanical Team Lead who combines strong hands-on mechanical engineering expertise with leadership and people-management capabilities.

The role includes full responsibility for the mechanical domain, both from a technical and managerial perspective, throughout the entire product lifecycle — from concept and detailed design through production, assembly, and delivery.

You will oversee all mechanical aspects of the product while working closely with hardware, production, operations, and product teams.

In addition, you will be responsible for leading and mentoring a team of mechanical engineers, prioritizing tasks, ensuring design quality, and meeting project milestones.

The Team Lead will lead complex mechanical designs, including::
• Design from scratch alongside retrofitting and improving existing designs
• Complex thermal management
• Withstanding dynamic profiles (mainly vehicle-related)
• Protection against EMI/EMC
• Design for sealing
• Professional leadership and mentoring of the mechanical team
• Task planning, prioritization, and workload management
• Improving design methodologies, processes, and best practices
• Participating in hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members

Requirements::
• At least 8 years of experience as a mechanical engineer, with proven experience leading mechanical teams.
• Proven experience as team management of at least 4 mechanical engineers
• Experience in Certification IP 66 67
• Proven experience in NPI (new product introduction)
• Quality assurance procedure and process-oriented approach
• Proven experience with SolidWorks
• Basic knowledge of SolidWorks Simulation
• Basic knowledge of mechanical drawings and tolerances
• Basic knowledge of production technologies such as CNC machining, molding, injection, etc.
• B.Sc in Mechanical Engineering
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while leading others
• Ability to remain agile in a dynamic, fast-changing environment

Advantages::
• Hands-on mindset – the role includes mechanical assemblies, testing, and rework
• Knowledge of MIL-STD requirements and environmental testing
• Knowledge of materials and component selection
• Ability to initiate and drive new processes and designs
• Previous experience as a team lead or technical lead – an advantage