Staff Mechanical Engineer

WHO IS FLOCK?

Flock Safety is the leading safety technology platform, helping communities thrive by taking a proactive approach to crime prevention and security. Our hardware and software suite connects cities, law enforcement, businesses, schools, and neighborhoods in a nationwide public-private safety network. Trusted by over 5,000 communities, 4,500 law enforcement agencies, and 1,000 businesses, Flock delivers real-time intelligence while prioritizing privacy and responsible innovation.

We’re a high-performance, low-ego team driven by urgency, collaboration, and bold thinking. Working at Flock means tackling big challenges, moving fast, and continuously improving. It’s intense but deeply rewarding for those who want to make an impact.

With nearly $700M in venture funding and a $7.5B valuation, we’re scaling intentionally and seeking top talent to help build the impossible. If you value teamwork, ownership, and solving tough problems, Flock could be the place for you.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This role offers the opportunity to significantly impact the development of advanced device technology. You'll be a key player in defining our product architecture, influencing critical decisions across Mechanical, Electrical, and Performance domains. Your expertise will be essential as we advance the drone market and deliver tangible benefits to communities.

THE SKILLSET

- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

- 10+ years of experience in Mechanical Design

- Experience Designing robust enclosures for industrial IoT and electromechanical devices

- Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.

- Strong experience with injection molding and sheet metal fabrication.

- Mechanical Engineering Fundamentals: Solid grasp of core principles (e.g., statics, dynamics, material science).

- Ability to design products that meet precise technical requirements and performance criteria

Preferred

- Advanced Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

- Experience working with small, power constrained, ruggedized devices

Feeling uneasy that you haven’t ticked every box? That’s okay; we’ve felt that way too. Studies have shown women and minorities are less likely to apply unless they meet all qualifications. We encourage you to break the status quo and apply to roles that would make you excited to come to work every day.

90 DAYS AT FLOCK

We are a results-oriented culture and believe job descriptions are a thing of the past. We prescribe 90 day plans and believe that good days lead to good weeks, which lead to good months. This serves as a preview of the 90 day plan you will receive if you were to be hired in this role at Flock Safety.

The First 30 Days

- Familiarize yourself with essential design software and product lifecycle management (PLM) systems.

- Understand departmental conventions, workflows, and your key responsibilities.

The First 60 Days

- Deliver CAD models and drawings of mechanical components and assemblies.

- Deliver Bill of Materials (BOM) including all mechanical components.

- Create manufacturing drawings and specifications for mechanical parts.

- Conduct thorough analysis and testing to validate design choices and make necessary improvements.

90 Days & Beyond

- Deliver physical prototypes for testing and validation.

- Deliver test reports and data analysis documenting the performance, reliability, and safety of mechanical designs.

- Create structural analysis reports to ensure mechanical integrity and durability.

- Write detailed assembly instructions for integrating mechanical and electrical components.

THE INTERVIEW PROCESS

We want our interview process to be a true reflection of our culture: transparent and collaborative. Throughout the interview process, your recruiter will guide you through the next steps and ensure you feel prepared every step of the way.

1. Our First Chat: During this first conversation, you’ll meet with a recruiter to chat through your background, what you could bring to Flock, what you are looking for in your next role, and who we are.

2. The Hiring Manager Interview: You will meet with your potential future boss to really dive into the role, the team, expectations, and what success means at Flock. This is your chance to really nerd out with someone in your field.

3. The Technical Assessment: Our technical assessments seek to test the hard skills required to do the job. Engineers may find themselves in coding interviews or architecture discussions, sales roles may present mock discovery calls, and leadership roles may craft 90 day plans. Your recruiter will inform you of which assessment you will be assigned and ensure you are fully prepared for your big day.

4. The Panel: Learn more about the team, responsibilities, and workflows. You should be prepared to speak about past projects, how you collaborate and communicate with others, and how you live our values. Depending on the team and role you are interv