UAV Systems Engineer (ArduPilot / Onboard Systems)

About the Position

We are looking for a UAV Systems Engineer (ArduPilot / Onboard Systems) to join our defense holding in Kyiv, Ukraine. Our client specializes in optics, communications, and strike systems (Deep Strike), developing and mass-producing a line of UAVs – ranging from reconnaissance drones to long-range solutions.

Your role will be to synchronize all modules into a unified system, configure the autopilot, and ensure that every drone coming off the assembly line works perfectly and meets the real-world demands of operators "in the field."

Responsibilities

• Systems Integration: Integrating all onboard components (FC, ESC, GPS, VTX, sensors) into a single, fault-tolerant system. Ensuring stable operation of interfaces (UART, CAN, I2C, SPI).
• ArduPilot Configuration: Customizing and tuning the autopilot for various frame types and mission profiles. Working with MAVLink protocols and GCS (Mission Planner / QGC).
• Payload Integration: Connecting and configuring auxiliary equipment (initiation modules, relays, drop systems).
• Testing Cycle: Conducting bench and field (in-situ) trials. Analyzing flight logs to identify and resolve technical bugs.
• Production Synchronization: Creating technical documentation (wiring diagrams, changelogs) to transfer finalized configurations into serial production.

Requirements

• 3-4+ years of experience in UAVs, robotics, or Embedded systems.
• Deep understanding of flight controller tuning and a proven track record of successful onboard systems integration.
• Understanding of the operating principles of electronics, telemetry, and communication systems. Ability to read and analyze complex flight logs.
• Readiness to work in close collaboration with the R&D team and respond promptly to requests from the front line.

We Offer

• Official employment and employee reservation (military service exemption) from the first day of work under a Diia City contract.
• Competitive salary aligned with the level of responsibility and task complexity.
• Guidance from leading Tech Leads in a professional environment that values results over processes.
• Rapid idea implementation cycle.
• 24 days of annual leave, sick leave compensation, corporate English classes, and 7 additional days off per year.

About the Company

Our client is a defense holding scaling into a management structure with specialized verticals in optics, communications, and strike systems (Deep Strike). The company develops and mass-produces a line of UAVs – ranging from reconnaissance drones to long-range solutions that change the situation in the field every day.