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About Redwing Redwing designs and operates automated drone logistics systems to transform last-mile healthcare supply chains, logistics and drone as a service for Agriculture. Our work lies at the intersection of social impact, healthcare, aviation and agriculture. About the Job: As a UAV Systems Engineer 1, you will be at the core of our drone development and deployment efforts. This role is designed for engineers who are passionate about unmanned aerial systems and eager to build expertise across multiple disciplines including integration, testing, electronics, and flight operations. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—hardware, software, production, and field ops—to ensure smooth system-level performance from bench to sky. This role offers hands-on experience with real-world UAV systems and is ideal for candidates looking to grow into a full-stack drone systems expert. What will you be doing?: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to conceptualize and design UAV systems, including airframes, propulsion systems, avionics, and payloads. Define the HW architecture of UAV systems, including airframes, propulsion systems, avionics, sensors, and communication systems. Develop system-level architecture to ensure seamless integration and interoperability of components. Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to establish design requirements and specifications. Develop wiring diagrams illustrating the electrical connections, power distribution, and signal routing within the UAV system. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards for UAV design, operation and safety. Stay updated on evolving regulations and incorporate regulatory considerations into UAV designs and operations. Provide guidance and support to the assembly team during the integration of UAV components and subsystems. Resolve technical issues related to component compatibility, wiring discrepancies, and system integration. Conduct system-level testing, including functional testing, integration testing, and environmental testing. Sometimes need to take the role of Test Pilot as well. Analyze test results and provide recommendations for design improvements and optimizations. Maintain detailed documentation of UAV designs, specifications, HW architecture, system diagrams, wiring diagrams, test plans and results. Prepare reports, presentations, and technical documentation to communicate design concepts, progress, and findings to stakeholders. Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to convey technical concepts, project status, and requirements. See your fit: Bachelors or Masters in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical and Electronics Engineering Proficient in flying both Fixed-wing and Rotary-wing/Multi-rotor UAVs Experience with various Ground Control Software's (GCS) such as Mission Planner & QGC Experience with various autopilot Flight Stacks like Ardupilot, PX4 and hardware like Pixhawk etc Sound Knowledge in UAV Sensors & Sensor Retrofitting Experience in PID tuning of UAV's & Knowledge in Sensor Fusion Techniques & Algorithm Basic knowledge of electrical test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope) Ability to work hands-on with electro-mechanical systems including assembly, disassembly, testing, troubleshooting Passionate about large scale UAVs and have basic knowledge in Aerodynamics, Structures and Propulsion systems Experience in flying Drones is a plus Experience in Technical Documentation Knowledge of Google Drive ecosystem. Good verbal and written communication skills Team player who can also be independent, prioritize work and thrives in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Why Join Us? No Micromanagement – We trust you to get the job done. Platform to Learn & Innovate – Get hands on experience about cutting edge drone technology. Fun & Dynamic Team – Work in a supportive and energetic environment. Benefits : Medical Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick time off, Team outing and much more Show more Show less
