Lead Engineer II - Systems

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of avionics systems for ongoing and upcoming UAV platforms, focusing on mission-specific and safety-critical requirements.
• Research and select suitable electronic components, sensors, and hardware for performance, reliability, and environmental adaptability.
• Integrate sensors such as GPS, IMU, lidar, radar, and vision systems for navigation, obstacle avoidance, and situational awareness.
• Develop, test, and maintain autopilot and navigation software, leveraging real-time data and control algorithms.
• Assemble, integrate, and test electrical and propulsion systems, including BLDC motors, EFI Internal Combustion Engines (ICE), JET Engines and other configurations.
• Conduct comprehensive testing to validate UAV performance, stability, and reliability under diverse operational conditions.
• Implement redundancy and fail-safe mechanisms, ensuring safe and reliable operations during flight.
• Document deviations and maintain records of design, testing, and configuration processes for regulatory compliance.
• Investigate and resolve technical challenges during development and testing phases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and stakeholders, to optimize UAV systems.
• Ensure adherence to aviation regulations and standards, participating in certification processes.
• Prepare technical reports, operational manuals, and detailed documentation for regulatory and internal purposes.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends to enhance UAV capabilities.
• Contribute to R&D efforts for cutting-edge UAV system innovations.

Must have skills:

• 7 to 10 years of experience in UAV or aerospace systems.
• Proven expertise in avionics system design, integration, and testing, particularly in VTOL platforms.
• Strong proficiency in embedded systems, control algorithms, and sensor integration.
• Hands-on experience with flight controllers and single-board computers (e.g., Raspberry Pi, Nvidia Jetson).
• Experience with protocols such as Serial, I2C, UART, and CAN is preferred.
• Proficiency in assembly, soldering, crimping, and integration techniques for UAV systems.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with an innovative mindset and passion for UAV technology.