Test & Software Engineer

General needs of the company

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze performance of Jetson aircraft electronics and flight computer.

• Analyze vehicle flight logs and compile them for the engineering team.

• Design, optimize, validate flight computer and electronics firmware and software.

• Collaborate with the engineering team to ensure performance and safety requirements are met.

• Troubleshoot flight computer and electronic integration issues and implement corrective actions.

• Set up reliable and redundant RC systems including their integration with onboard electronics and robust fail-safe operation.

• Provide engineering support for the assembly and testing motors, batteries, and related electronic components.

• Maintain detailed documentation, work instructions, flight performance reports.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy.

• 5+ years of work and development of UAV vehicles.

• Proven experience with UAV flight computers, UAV electronic components, sensors and their integration.

• UAV flight computers firmware and software development.

• Proficiency with Python, C#, Java, or other high-level languages.

• Experience with electronics, electrical wiring, and soldering.

• Experience with electric propulsion, batteries, brushless motors, motor controllers.

• 10+ years of building RC aircraft, helicopters, drones, and aviation interests.

• Electronics assembly and prototype development experience.

• Experience setting up and running tests and experiments.

• Ability to read, interpret and work from drawings, schematics, assembly procedures and work instructions.

SOFT SKILLS:

• "Can-do, will-do" attitude with proactive approach and willingness to take action.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

• Applies time management, effective planning, prioritizing, and organizing skills to maximize productivity.

• Brings positive attitude and energy to the workplace.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

• Must be willing to travel nationally supporting team efforts during shows, fairs, and supporting customers.

• Must have a valid non-commercial Class C driving license.

• Must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at Jetson HQ California.

This announcement is addressed to all genders, in accordance with US and California Equal Employment Opportunity laws, and to people of all ages, disabilities, ethnicities, genders, gender identities and expressions, religions or sexual orientations.