Engineer II - Hardware Development

• Design and develop UAV hardware components, with a primary focus on multicopter/Fixed Wings systems.
• Perform mathematical calculations to optimize UAV performance, including aerodynamics, payload, and flight dynamics.
• Utilize 3D design tools, particularly Fusion 360, to create and refine UAV designs.
• Conduct simulations using industry-standard software to validate designs and performance.
• Pilot UAVs for testing, evaluation, and data collection to support development efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate RF communication systems into UAV designs.
• Leverage familiarity with Ground Control Station (GCS) software to configure and monitor UAV operations.
• Utilize 3D printing technologies for rapid prototyping and component fabrication.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and industry regulations.

Engineer II - Hardware Development focuses on designing and validating hardware for UAV platforms, including multicopter and fixed-wing systems. The work combines performance calculations, 3D design, simulation, flight testing, prototyping, and integration of RF communications.

Role at a glance

Skills mentioned

What you will likely work on

• Design and develop hardware components for multicopter and fixed-wing UAVs.
• Calculate and optimize aerodynamic, payload, and flight-dynamics performance.
• Create and refine UAV designs in Fusion 360.
• Run simulations to check designs and expected performance.
• Pilot UAVs during testing, evaluation, and data collection.
• Work with cross-functional teams to integrate RF communication systems.
• Use 3D printing to prototype and fabricate components.
• Check designs against project specifications, safety standards, and applicable regulations.

Good fit signals

• Has 2–3 years of experience designing hardware for autonomous robots or UAVs.
• Has an aerospace, mechanical, robotics hardware, or mechatronics engineering background.
• Can apply engineering calculations to UAV aerodynamics, payloads, and flight behavior.
• Can use 3D design and simulation tools to develop and validate hardware.
• Is comfortable supporting flight tests and working across teams on RF integration.