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Our core expertise lies in 3D vision and graphics technologies which we deploy in a dual-use context for inspection and defence. This role will focus mainly on the defence context where we are developing software for advanced on-board UAV situational awareness in military applications. Our solutions are aimed to operate with low-cost and widely available sensors and compute. From there, we plan to develop a line-up of interconnected solutions to safeguard European safety.\nOur team consists of engineers that are passionate about the technology and solutions they develop. The only time most of us are not thinking about the technology is when we are asleep, and sometimes even then. Our team members have a background in different fields such as Aerospace Engineering, Computational Science and Engineering, Robotics and Computer Graphics. Our office is located in the Aerospace Innovation Hub, a start-up hub located on the TU Delft campus in the faculty of Aerospace Engineering.\nWe work closely with top-tier partners, ranging from government agencies and prime contractors to academic research institutes and other start-ups. Our projects span from large tender orders in collaboration with partners to low TRL research with government agencies. Whether through formal R&D programs or rapid prototyping tracks, we operate at the intersection of innovation and deployment.\nYour role\nAs a Forward Deployed System Integration Engineer - L1 (UAV Robotics) - Ukraine you will be at the centre of bringing our autonomy solutions into the real world. You will work hands-on with drone hardware, integrate onboard systems, and deploy software onto real UAV platforms, from agile FPV drones to large fixed-wing aircraft.\nThis role is ideal for someone who enjoys making physical systems work, is comfortable following structured procedures, and likes solving practical integration issues using a mix of software and hardware skills. You will be a critical link between our autonomy stack and the aircraft it runs on, ensuring nominal system operability.\nThis is a junior/entry-level position with on-the-job training and coaching. The L1 level reflects alignment between scope, autonomy, and field responsibility at this stage. It sits within our engineering track (L1, L2, L3, etc.) and provides a clear pathway for progression as you demonstrate impact and ownership in the role. We are looking for strong fundamentals, hands-on mindset, and learning velocity. Not years of experience.\nYour responsibilities will include:\nBe a key member of the deployment team responsible for deploying autonomy solutions across diverse UAV platforms.\n\nTravel to partner sites, in- and outside of Ukraine, including international locations, to work on-site and ensure the solutions function reliably in demanding real-world conditions (\"in the dirt\").\n\nWork hands-on with UAV hardware: assembling, wiring, debugging, and preparing platforms for field deployment.\n\nPerform practical system bring-up and health checks: verify services, interfaces, storage, logging, and behavior across power cycles and reboots.\n\nSet up and validate remote access to deployed systems (SSH access, VPN setup, basic routing/firewall configuration as required).\n\nInstall, update, and roll back software releases; track versions and configurations to ensure traceability (Git).\n\nCollect, organize, and deliver debugging artifacts (logs, configs, versions, photos) and write clear issue reports for engineering escalation.\n\nSupport test operations by preparing systems pre-test and assisting during tests with troubleshooting and data capture.\n\nWhat we expect from you\nComfortable working on Linux-based systems via command line (SSH, file editing, basic process/service management).\n\nBasic networking knowledge (IP addressing, subnets at a practical level, VPN setup, common connectivity debugging).\n\nClear written communication for handoffs, issue reports, and checklists.\n\nFluent in Ukrainian\n\nAbility to follow procedures precisely and work methodically in field environments.\n\nA willingness to pick up and learn new concepts quickly and to self-acquire missing background knowledge.\n\nAdaptability under unforeseen circumstances and ability to think and act under pressure.\n\nA high degree of autonomy, determination and grit in making cool tech work.\n\nBeing comfortable with regular travel within Ukraine and the EU region, often over extended duration (up to 3 weeks at a time, followed by 2 weeks or more on-site).\n\nFull time availability (40 hours).\n\nBonus:\nAn obsessive level of passion for drones, like the rest of us here.\n\nPractical experience building and deploying Docker containers.\n\nValid driver’s license (Category B, suitable for travel abroad).\n\nExperience of Python or C++ development.\n\nDrones pilot license or willingness to acquire one upon joining the team.\n\nWhile having the perfect background is nice, if you are able to present evidence of outstanding engineering and execution capability we are interested in talking regardless. If you are the right fit, we believe in your ability to pick up the required background knowledge on the fly.\nWhat we offer\nMoney of course.\n\n25 vacation days per year.\n\nReimbursed travel expenses and company laptop.\n\nTraveling abroad (In and outside of Ukraine) to work with our partners.\n\n(Really) flexible working hours and option to work from home 2 days per week (when not abroad).\n\nWorking in an international, world-class team of engineers and entrepreneurs solving real-life problems with amazing technology.\n\nLarge freedom in how you work and implement solutions, project ownership is incredibly important to us.\n\nThe opportunity to take technical risks, to implement stuff the ‘right’ way and to iterate quickly with tight feedback loops. We are innovating, learning is to be expected.\n\nResponsibility over the things you implement, you are the expert on what you build.\n\nThe application procedure\nIf after reading the above you are convinced you are the right person for the job, send us some information about yourself; this can be a resume, website or other source, as long as we get a clear impression of your background and skills.\n\nWe’ll get back to you as soon as possible. If we see a potential fit, you’ll first receive a short follow-up questionnaire. Based on your answers, we’ll invite you for a technical interview. 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