Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented UAV Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, and validation of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with embedded hardware, avionics component selection, and electrical system design, including wiring schematics. Familiarity with communication interfaces and motor drivers such as the L298N is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
1. System Design & Integration
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Design and develop UAV system architectures for fixed-wing, multirotor, or VTOL platforms.
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Integrate avionics components including flight controllers, GNSS modules, telemetry systems, ESCs, power distribution units, and payloads.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system integration.
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Support system-level testing, validation, and troubleshooting during ground and flight tests.
2. Embedded Hardware Development
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Work with embedded systems based on microcontrollers such as STM32, Arduino, and ESP32.
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Interface sensors including IMUs, barometers, magnetometers, airspeed sensors, and range finders.
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Assist in PCB bring-up, hardware debugging, and validation.
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Develop and review hardware documentation including schematics and interface definitions.
3. Avionics Component Selection
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Evaluate and select appropriate avionics components based on mission requirements, reliability, and SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) considerations.
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Prepare Bills of Materials (BOM) and support vendor evaluation.
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Ensure compatibility and compliance with UAV system requirements.
4. Electrical Wiring & Schematic Design
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Create and review detailed wiring schematics, harness layouts, and pin configurations.
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Ensure proper grounding, shielding, and EMI/EMC considerations.
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Support assembly and inspection of UAV electrical systems.
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Utilize tools such as Altium, KiCad, Eagle, or AutoCAD Electrical.
5. Communication Interfaces
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Implement and troubleshoot communication protocols including UART/USART, I2C, SPI, CAN, PWM, PPM, SBUS, and Ethernet where applicable.
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Demonstrate understanding of motor driver interfaces such as the L298N, including control via PWM and direction pins.
6. Testing & Validation
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Develop and execute hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and system integration tests.
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Analyze flight logs and system data to diagnose and resolve issues.
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Support environmental and reliability testing.
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Prepare technical reports and test procedures.
7. Documentation & Compliance
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Maintain comprehensive system documentation including Interface Control Documents (ICDs), wiring diagrams, and integration manuals.
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Ensure adherence to industry standards and safety practices.
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Support certification and regulatory processes where applicable.
Required Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, Aerospace, Mechatronics, or a related engineering field.
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4-6 years of hands-on experience in UAV or aerospace systems engineering.
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Strong knowledge of embedded hardware and avionics integration.
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Experience in wiring schematic design and electrical system integration.
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Proficiency with communication protocols such as UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, and PWM.
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Practical experience with motor drivers (e.g., L298N).
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Familiarity with UAV flight controllers such as Pixhawk running PX4 or ArduPilot.
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Experience with electronic design tools (Altium, KiCad, Eagle, etc.).
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Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience with fixed-wing or VTOL UAVs.
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Knowledge of power systems including LiPo batteries, BMS, and power distribution.
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Familiarity with RF communication systems and antenna integration.
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Exposure to EMI/EMC design considerations.
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Basic understanding of embedded C/C++ or Python.
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Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) or Software-in-the-Loop (SITL) simulations.
Key Skills:
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UAV System Integration
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Embedded Hardware Design
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Avionics Component Selection
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Wiring & Harness Design
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Communication Protocols
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Motor Driver Interfaces (L298N)
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Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
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Technical Documentation
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Cross-functional Collaboration
