Autonomous Flight Systems Field Engineer
Core
Hands-on technical role supporting research, development, and operational testing of Flytrex's end-to-end drone delivery system by configuring, integrating, testing, and troubleshooting autonomous flight systems.
Role type
Field engineer for autonomous flight systems
Builds
Autonomous drone delivery systems for suburban on-demand delivery
Domain
Aerospace / Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
Required skills
ArduPilot flight controller configuration, Mission Planner, UAS systems integration, sensor calibration, payload integration, root cause analysis, FAA Part 107 compliance, hardware maintenance
Preferred skills
MAVLink protocol, Python scripting, Pixhawk hardware platforms, ROS/MAVSDK/DroneKit, HIL/SIL testing, Jira
Technologies
ArduPilot, Mission Planner, MAVLink, Python, Pixhawk, ROS, MAVSDK, DroneKit, Jira
Responsibilities
Configure and tune flight controllers and supporting hardware; Operate flight control software for mission planning and telemetry review; Perform systems integration and testing including HIL testing; Execute aircraft R&D functions and flight testing; Perform aircraft maintenance and ensure operational readiness; Document daily flight activities and technical test reports; Deconflict ground and air risks in compliance with CFR 14 Part 107; Apply systematic root cause analysis to flight anomalies and software faults.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
