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Rapid Integration & Test Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)💼 Full-time💰 $112,000–$112,000🗓 2026-09-17 → 2026-09-26

Core

Rapidly prototype and integrate hardware/software systems onto unmanned vehicles (UAS) to advance autonomous mission systems.

Role type

Senior IC systems integration and test engineer (UAS/autonomy)

Builds

Early-stage UAS prototypes and autonomous vehicle systems

Domain

Defense technology, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), autonomy, sensor fusion

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

UAS autopilot systems (ArduPilot), hardware integration, rapid prototyping, aerodynamics, GNC, UAS regulations, troubleshooting

Preferred skills

UAV piloting, Python/C++/ROS, FAA Part 107 certification

Technologies

ArduPilot, Python, C++, ROS, 3D printing, laser cutting

Responsibilities

Design and construct UAS prototypes; integrate sensors, actuators, and control systems; execute test plans and feasibility studies; troubleshoot hardware issues; document engineering processes.

Seniority

Mid-to-Senior, hands-on IC

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