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Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesLinuxLua
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Design, build, and integrate developmental UAS platforms, including frame construction, electronics, GCS setup, and ArduPilot configuration and tuning
- Develop flight test plans, aircraft limitations, and ground safety procedures with engineering and safety teams
- Pilot aircraft in manual and autonomous modes; execute flight tests with real-time troubleshooting, live tuning, and telemetry monitoring
- Analyze post-flight data logs to validate performance and root-cause anomalies
- Integrate third-party EO/IR, LiDAR, and RF payloads and validate ArduPilot compatibility
- Maintain the test fleet in continuous airworthy condition; track maintenance, firmware, parameter sets, and system logs
- Execute engineering test procedures and contribute to test planning, configuration management, and formal reporting
- Maintain an open issue tracker for system-level problems
- Support field tests, customer demos, and off-site operations
- Travel domestically and internationally
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Electrical, Software Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years engineering experience, including 3+ years in UAS or aircraft system development
- 3+ years ArduPilot piloting and integration experience, including manual/autonomous flight, controller tuning, sensor/payload/GCS integration, log analysis, and troubleshooting
- Hands-on experience in engineering test planning, aircraft development, and field testing
- FAA Part 107 required, or obtained within 60 days of hire
- Strong data analysis, telemetry review, and technical documentation skills
- Experience piloting UAS or manned aircraft in real-world conditions
- Familiarity with multirotor, fixed-wing, and VTOL platforms
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret or higher clearance
- U.S. Person status under ITAR, or eligibility to obtain required authorization from the U.S. Department of State
- Preferred: EO/IR, LiDAR, or RF payload integration
- Preferred: Autonomous flight, GCS scripting, or swarm coordination
- Preferred: Lua or MAVLink scripting for ArduPilot missions
- Preferred: Linux systems and embedded software development
- Preferred: Knowledge of FAA UAS regulations and airworthiness practices
- Preferred: Prior DoD program or military flight test exposure
Benefits
Comp & perks- Medical, dental, and vision fully paid for employees
- Three weeks of vacation
- Company 401(k) contribution, 5% of earned wages (no match required)
- Educational assistance
- Hybrid schedule for real work-life balance
- Fast career advancement
- Domestic and international travel opportunities