The RoleWe are looking for a Systems Engineer with a strong hybrid profile, equally comfortable designing a PCB schematic and writing embedded firmware, to own the full integration lifecycle of drones, robotics platforms, and third-party systems into the AITAN platform.
This is a hands-on, end-to-end role at the intersection of hardware and software. You will design electronics and circuits where needed, write the embedded code that makes systems talk, integrate third-party payloads and sensors, work directly with drone OEMs and component vendors, and validate everything in lab, simulation, and field environments. You won't just connect systems; you'll own them from first bring-up to deployed capability.
What you'll do- Lead the integration of drone platforms, robotics systems, sensors, payloads, and third-party hardware into the AITAN platform ecosystem
- Design hardware solutions: schematics, PCB layouts, power systems, and signal conditioning circuits, to support new integrations and custom interface requirements
- Write embedded firmware and low-level software to enable communication between hardware components, flight controllers, and the AITAN C2 layer
- Develop integration scripts, test harnesses, and automated validation tools to verify system reliability across platforms and configurations
- Interface directly with drone OEMs, hardware vendors, and payload manufacturers, evaluating components, managing supplier relationships, and resolving technical issues under field conditions
- Debug complex, cross-domain issues spanning electronics, firmware, networking, communication protocols, and operator workflows
- Define and execute hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and system-level test plans in lab, simulation, and real-world flight environments
- Build and maintain integration infrastructure, tooling, build processes, and documentation that scale as the platform and drone fleet expand
- Collaborate closely with software, mechanical, and product teams to translate operational requirements into reliable, field-ready capabilities
Requirements- B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent practical experience
- 3+ years of experience in systems engineering, embedded systems, or hardware/software integration in a production environment
- Solid hardware fundamentals: schematic capture, PCB design, power electronics, and signal integrity, capable of designing and reviewing circuits independently
- Hands-on embedded software experience: C/C++ firmware, RTOS concepts, device drivers, and board bring-up
- Experience with hardware communication protocols: UART, SPI, I2C, CAN bus, USB, Ethernet, or similar
- Comfortable with Linux as both a development and deployment environment; able to write Python scripts for test automation, data parsing, and hardware control
- Experience integrating sensors, actuators, cameras, or radio systems into robotic or autonomous platforms
- Strong debugging skills across the full stack: oscilloscope, logic analyzer, protocol sniffer, GDB
Strong fit if- You have experience with drones, UAVs, or autonomous robotic systems, in defense, industrial, or field-tested environments
- You've worked with embedded platforms such as STM32, ESP32, NVIDIA Jetson, Pixhawk, or similar
- You've led end-to-end integrations from first hardware bring-up through field validation and production release
- You have experience with RF systems, wireless communication protocols, or video telemetry links used in UAS
- You've used ECAD tools (KiCad, Altium, or equivalent) and have shipped PCB designs to production
- You're comfortable with MAVLink, ROS, or similar robotics/drone middleware
- You've managed hardware vendor or drone OEM relationships under tight timelines
Benefits:- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision Insurance
Compensation: $180,000 - $220,000 base salary 
