Engineer I - Communication

• Architect, design, and develop advanced communication technologies for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
• Develop link budgets, RF propagation models, and evaluate channel behavior for diverse mission profiles.
• Drive evaluation and adoption of next-generation communication technologies
• Design and implement high-reliability RF and wireless links for command & control, telemetry, and video payload
• Build system-level proof-of-concepts and functional prototypes
• Integrate communication subsystems with avionics, mission computers, and onboard electronics

• Integrate communication systems with autopilots (Pixhawk, Cube, ArduPilot, PX4) and address real-world issues such as EMI/EMC, cabling, power budgets, and SWaP constraints
• Work with onboard computers (OBCs) such as Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson, or similar platforms, using basic Python scripting for automation, telemetry handling, system monitoring, and communication-related utilities.
• Strong documentation skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional engineering teams.

• Perform range tests to validate command & control links, telemetry, radios, and video transmission systems.
• Conduct bench-level RF testing using spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters, and SDR test setups.
• Lead out-station flight testing campaigns, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders
• Validate and verify communication system performance using structured test cases
• Manage lifecycle issues related to communication hardware, software, and associated resources

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Solid understanding of RF communication, wireless systems, and networking fundamentals
• Knowledge of SDRs, embedded systems and digital communication concepts
• Exposure to Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson or similar SBCs
• Experience with Python scripting
• Familiarity with Linux working environment

• 1-2 years of relevant experience 
• Bachelors in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering (or equivalent)

Engineer I - Communication focuses on developing and integrating wireless and RF systems for unmanned aircraft. The work spans link design, subsystem integration, hands-on testing, and flight-test coordination across engineering teams.

Role at a glance

Skills mentioned

What you will likely work on

• Design communication technologies and reliable RF/wireless links for unmanned aircraft missions.
• Model RF propagation and link budgets, and assess channel behavior across mission profiles.
• Evaluate emerging communication technologies and build functional system prototypes.
• Integrate communication equipment with avionics, mission computers, autopilots, and onboard computers.
• Use basic scripting for automation, telemetry handling, system monitoring, and communication utilities.
• Run range and bench tests for command links, telemetry, radios, and video systems; verify performance against test cases.
• Coordinate field flight-test campaigns with internal and external stakeholders, and manage communication-system lifecycle issues.

Good fit signals

• Has 1–2 years of relevant experience and a degree in a stated electronics or electrical engineering discipline, or equivalent.
• Brings practical understanding of RF communication, wireless systems, and networking fundamentals.
• Can work hands-on with system integration, bench testing, troubleshooting, and structured verification.
• Experience with Python scripting or familiarity with Linux may be helpful, but is presented as preferred.
• Can document engineering work and collaborate across teams; analytical, detail-oriented problem solving is preferred.