Electric Motor Tech Lead
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 11, 2026.
At Orqa, we’re building technology that allows humans and machines to see the world like never before. We bring together engineers, creators, and innovators who push the boundaries of what’s possible - from cutting-edge FPV systems to advanced Remote Reality solutions, and toward the next generation of robotics. And behind every great technology, there’s great organization.
We're looking for an Electric Motor Tech Lead to help develop the next generation of propulsion motors for our UAV platforms.
This role combines hands-on electric motor design with system-level understanding of propulsion performance, testing, and manufacturability. You'll serve as Orqa's internal expert for electric motors, helping define motor architectures, optimize performance, validate designs, and prepare products for mass production.
Working closely with hardware, embedded, mechanical, manufacturing, and flight-test teams, you'll play a key role in shaping the propulsion technologies behind our future platforms.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Lead the design, development, testing, and validation of BLDC motors for UAV propulsion systems
Define motor architectures and requirements related to efficiency, torque, RPM, thermal performance, weight, reliability, and manufacturability
Optimize motor designs, including stator and rotor configurations, winding strategies, magnets, cooling, and mechanical integration
Perform motor-propeller matching and propulsion performance optimization
Develop and execute motor testing and validation plans
Analyze test data, troubleshoot issues, and drive continuous design improvements
Collaborate with embedded, power electronics, mechanical, manufacturing, and flight-test teams
Support production readiness, design-for-manufacturing activities, and quality requirements
Mentor engineers and help build Orqa's electric motor development capabilities
WHAT WE EXPECT
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
Strong experience designing, testing, and validating BLDC or permanent magnet electric motors
Deep understanding of electric motor fundamentals, performance characteristics, and efficiency optimization
Hands-on experience with motor testing, instrumentation, and performance characterization
Understanding of electric propulsion systems and system-level trade-offs
Experience leading technical projects and collaborating across multidisciplinary engineering teams
Strong analytical thinking, troubleshooting skills, and technical communication
NICE TO HAVE
Experience with UAV, aerospace, robotics, defense, automotive, or electric mobility applications
Experience with motor simulation and design tools such as Motor-CAD, Ansys Maxwell, JMAG, RMxprt, FEMM, or similar
Experience with thermal, vibration, structural, or rotor-dynamics analysis
Knowledge of ESCs, motor control strategies, and propulsion system integration
Experience with lightweight, high-efficiency motor design
Experience preparing products for manufacturing and production scaling
Experience building or leading engineering teams
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE
Our office is a drone testing playground, and every day starts with an idea no one has tried before. We move fast, learn constantly, and foster a culture of innovation. With flexible working hours, real hands-on testing, and a team that challenges the limits of technology, working at Orqa means working on the edge of what’s possible.
And that’s just the beginning - here are a few more reasons why you’ll love working at Orqa:
Performance-based bonuses
Meal and transportation compensation
Kindergarten expenses coverage and newborn bonus
Internal workshops & lectures
Career development & growth opportunities within a fast-scaling tech environment
Extra vacation days
On-site massages - our professional masseur regularly visits the office to help you recharge
PassSport Card - access to gyms and wellness centers
Comprehensive annual health check-up
Engaging internal events & team-building activities
If you're passionate about electric motor design, propulsion technologies, and building high-performance systems that push the limits of efficiency, reliability, and performance - we'd love to hear from you.
We’re proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.