Sr. Engineer I - Flight Control Systems

We are seeking an experienced Senior Engineer with expertise in flight control systems, autonomy, and UAV software architecture. The role involves leading the architecture, development, and scaling of next-generation autonomous aerial systems for defence, industrial, and commercial applications, with a focus on high-performance, reliable, and safety-critical UAV operations. This role requires strong proficiency in low-level flight firmware (ArduPilot and/or PX4), embedded systems, and high-performance onboard autonomy, along with a proven ability to lead sensor fusion, state estimation, navigation, and control systems. Key Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end architecture, development, and deployment of autonomy and flight-control systems leveraging ArduPilot, PX4, and MAVLink-based frameworks. Own core modules of the flight stack, including state estimation, navigation, mission planning, and flight modes - from concept to production. Design, implement, and optimize advanced autonomy capabilities such as: Robust sensor fusion (EKF/UKF/MSCKF) Advanced control (LQR, MPC, Sliding mode & geometric control) Flight mode customization and mission behaviours Extend PX4/ArduPilot flight stacks to support custom platforms, payloads, and operating scenarios. Develop custom PX4/ArduPilot drivers, modules, and MAVLink messages. Lead firmware integration efforts across embedded systems, SBCs, and compute payloads. Oversee multi-sensor integration (IMU, rangefinder, GPS, barometer, radar). Lead Software-in-the-Loop (SITL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and system-level simulation efforts. Plan and execute structured flight tests, validation experiments, and performance tuning. Work closely with AI/ML, CV, hardware, and systems engineering teams to deliver integrated UAV solutions. Architect reliable communication pipelines between UAV, onboard compute, and GCS, and establish best practices for UAV software development, real-time performance, and firmware - middleware interoperability.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Robotics, or Aerospace engineering. 2+ years (Master's) or 4+ years (Bachelor's) of hands-on industry experience or research experience in UAVs.