Drone Engineer — Unmanned Systems

Job overview

The Drone Engineer role is onsite in Austin, TX, with relocation required and travel required. Compensation is described as “Salary Equity,” with no numeric amount specified. The role supports a client building proprietary targeting software for unmanned systems. The engineer maintains a diverse drone fleet and integrates and evaluates autonomy software on new platforms. Flight testing, troubleshooting, and clear documentation help keep platforms flight-ready and provide engineering teams with results to improve the product.

What you'll do

• Maintain and repair fixed-wing, multirotor, and other unmanned platforms
• integrate autonomy and targeting software with onboard compute, cameras, and flight controllers
• plan and conduct flight tests and document results
• diagnose flight-controller, firmware, electrical, and mechanical issues
• build or modify drones and components
• support field tests, demonstrations, and customer engagements
• maintain fleet records and maintenance logs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

drone engineer

austin tx

onsite

relocation required

travel required

unmanned systems

fixed-wing drones

multirotor drones

ardupilot

betaflight

flight testing

u.s.-person requirement

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires experience with fixed-wing and copter-style drones, ArduPilot or Betaflight, export-controlled technology, willingness to relocate to Austin, and willingness to travel; candidates must meet the stated U.S.-person requirement and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

About the employer

Oxenham Group LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.