Drone Systems Engineer
Core
Design, integrate, and test next-gen fixed-wing UAVs powered by optical energy systems, leading flight operations and R&D.
Role type
Senior IC drone systems engineer (fixed-wing UAV)
Builds
Novel airframes, flight control systems, and data analysis tools for optical energy-powered drones
Domain
Aerospace engineering + wireless energy + autonomous systems
Required skills
Mechatronics integration, flight dynamics tuning, PX4/ArduPilot configuration, UAV electronics assembly, rapid prototyping (CAD/tools), Python programming, flight test planning and execution
Preferred skills
System identification, telemetry dashboard development, firmware writing for prototype electronics
Technologies
PX4, ArduPilot, Python, CAD tools, I2C, SPI, UART, CAN
Responsibilities
Lead full bring-up of fixed-wing UAV concepts and tune flight dynamics; Plan and execute flight tests while acting as the main pilot; Integrate custom components and power systems into airframes; Develop tools for data collection, telemetry, and automated analysis; Collaborate across mechanical, electronics, and firmware teams to optimize aerodynamics; Document test methodologies and results
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
