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From initial concept through testing and deployment, you will oversee payload integration, troubleshoot complex engineering challenges, and ensure systems meet demanding performance and flight safety requirements.\nThis opportunity is ideal for an engineer who enjoys working across multiple technical disciplines, taking ownership of complex development projects, and seeing innovative technology perform in real-world aviation environments.\nAbout Infravision\nInfravision is transforming how the world's power grids are built through innovative, drone-enabled automation. Our mission is to make grid construction 10 times faster, safer, and more affordable. With safety at the core of everything we do, we combine advanced technology, engineering expertise, and practical innovation to shape the future of energy infrastructure.\nWe believe diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds make us stronger. Our team brings together professionals from aviation, engineering, technology, and military service, creating a collaborative environment built on trust, integrity, and shared purpose. We are proud of our strong representation of military veterans and the unique experience they bring to our workforce.\nWhy Join Infravision?\nJoin a team that's redefining energy infrastructure through innovation, collaboration, and meaningful work.\nHealth & Wellness:Medical, dental, and vision insurance.\nRetirement Savings:401(k) with traditional pre-tax and Roth contribution options, plus a 100% company match on employee contributions up to 4% of eligible compensation.\nPaid Time Off:Paid time off and company-observed holidays.\nCareer Growth:Professional development and advancement opportunities.\nWhat You’ll Do\nUAV Payload Design & Integration: Lead the architecture, design, and integration of custom electromechanical payloads onto heavy-lift multirotor platforms.\nFlight Controller & Systems Integration: Interface secondary hardware and sensors directly with the drone's flight controller (ArduPilot/PX4) via MAVLink, CAN bus, or serial protocols.\nMechanical & Electrical Design: Select and specify drone-compatible motors, servos, sensors, power distribution boards, companion computers, and related components to support reliable payload operation.\nSystem Performance & Flight Dynamics: Manage Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) constraints, including center of gravity and aircraft flight dynamics, to maintain safe operating limits.\nTechnical & Project Leadership: Serve as the Responsible Engineer and primary technical point of contact for payload development from concept through deployment. Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets while coordinating internal engineering teams and external suppliers.\nEngineering Risk & Safety: Identify and evaluate technical risks, particularly those affecting flight safety and system redundancy, and implement appropriate mitigation strategies throughout development and integration.\nTesting & Validation: Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, including bench testing, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations, and live flight testing to verify system functionality, reliability, and safety.\nDiagnostics & Troubleshooting:Investigate system-level issues, analyze flight logs, conduct root-cause analysis, and support PID tuning and vibration analysis associated with payload integration.\nTechnical Documentation: Develop and maintain system requirements, wiring diagrams, integration manuals, test documentation, safety protocols, and other engineering records supporting the design and deployment lifecycle.\nWhat We’re Looking For\nEducation:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechatronics, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering required.\nMechatronics Experience:Minimum five years of hands-on experience in automation, robotics, or complex electromechanical systems integration.\nUAV & Flight Controller Expertise:Proven experience with multirotor drone platforms and open-source flight controllers, including ArduPilot, PX4, or CubePilot.\nCommunications & Embedded Integration:Strong understanding of MAVLink, companion computer integration using platforms such as NVIDIA Jetson or Raspberry Pi, and drone telemetry systems.\nMechanical & Electrical Engineering:Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or Fusion 360 for lightweight mechanisms, combined with strong knowledge of high-current DC power distribution and custom wiring harness design.\nProject & Technical Leadership:Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering projects from concept through completion, manage technical deliverables, and perform rigorous root-cause analysis.\nAviation Experience:FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or Remote Pilot in Command experience preferred.\nRobotics & Computer Vision:Familiarity with Robot Operating System (ROS) and computer vision integration on UAV platforms preferred.\nEnvironmental Design:Previous experience developing hardware for harsh or demanding outdoor operating environments preferred.\nApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. Infravision does not offer employment visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.\nOther Duties as assigned\nNext Steps\nReady to make an impact? Apply today and help shape the future of energy infrastructure with Infravision.\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nInfravision is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. 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