Unmanned Arial Surveillance Engineer
Drone Engineer (UAS Systems Engineer) – Job DescriptionPosition OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Drone Engineer to design, develop, test, and maintain unmanned aerial surveillance (UAS) systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in aeronautics, embedded systems, flight control, and autonomous technologies. This role involves working on advanced drone platforms for commercial, industrial, defense, or research applications.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop UAS/drone systems including airframes, propulsion, and avionicsDevelop and integrate flight control systems and autopilot softwareProgram embedded systems and microcontrollers (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot platforms)Implement navigation, GPS, IMU, and sensor integrationDevelop autonomous flight algorithms and obstacle avoidance systemsConduct flight testing, troubleshooting, and performance analysisEnsure compliance with aviation regulations and safety standardsCollaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teamsMaintain documentation for system design, testing, and certificationRequired QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field3+ years of experience in UAV/drone developmentProficiency in C/C++, Python, or ROSExperience with flight controllers such as PX4 or ArduPilotKnowledge of aerodynamics, control systems, and embedded systemsExperience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar)Familiarity with communication protocols (MAVLink, CAN, UART, SPI, I2C)Understanding of FAA or relevant aviation regulatory standardsPreferred SkillsExperience with computer vision and AI integrationKnowledge of SLAM, LiDAR, and real-time mapping systemsFamiliarity with simulation tools (Gazebo, MATLAB/Simulink)Experience in swarm technology or multi-drone systemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing experienceWork EnvironmentLab and field-testing environmentsOccasional travel for field deployments and client demonstrationsCross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced R&D setting