Full Time

Full-time

UAV Systems Engineer

Experience:

1+ Years

Location: Pune

We are looking for a self-motivated and passionate individual, with a strong desire to learn and the ability to lead. This position is for a UAV System Engineer, with exposure to building, flying, testing & integrating sUAS (RC Multirotors and Fixed wings).

About FlytBase

At FlytBase, we’re not just creating a product—we’re on a zero-to-one journey, building a whole new global category that’s never existed before.

What does that mean? We’re on a mission to unlock the world’s third dimension with fully autonomous drones. It’s the first of its kind. Therefore, everything we do requires first-principle thinking, bold experimentation, and a willingness to push boundaries.

If you’re bored of cookie-cutter playbooks and ready for something fresh, exciting (and yes, involving drones), this is your place.

Don’t believe it? Challenge us—We’d be more than happy to tell you why we’re so confident in what we’re building!

Role and Responsibilities:

  • Plan and execute flight test plans for new software features, electronics, sensors, and payloads.
  • Perform hands-on mechanical and electrical integration of new hardware components on the internal fleet of test vehicles for R&D and testing.
  • Troubleshoot and debug any components of a drone in the office or in the field. Maintenance of vehicles – keep the fleet ready for flight tests.
  • Participate in defining and validating customer workflows and enhancing User experience.
  • Drive collaboration with the Product Management team to incorporate customer feedback and feature requests into FlytBase’s product development cycle.
  • Learn about the domain and competitors to propose new features, as well as, improvements in existing features/workflows.

Best suited for candidates who

  • Experience in flight testing and operating/piloting small UAS and/or RC aircraft (either fixed-wing or multirotor systems).
  • Experience in using flight-planning and ground control station software.
  • Familiarity with UAV platforms, like Pixhawk, DJI, Ardupilot, PX4, etc.
  • Experience in integrating, operating, and tuning autopilots on a variety of unmanned vehicles.
  • Basic knowledge of electrical test equipment (multimeter, oscilloscope) and UAS sensors.
  • Ability to work hands-on with electro-mechanical systems including assembly, disassembly, testing, and troubleshooting.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation:

This role comes with an annual CTC that is market competitive and depends on the quality of your work experience, degree of professionalism, culture fit and alignment with FlytBase’s long-term business strategy.

Perks:

  • Fast-paced startup culture
  • Hacker mode environment
  • Enthusiastic and approachable team
  • Professional autonomy
  • Company-wide sense of purpose
  • Flexible work hours
  • Informal dress code

How to apply:

To apply, send across your CV with a cover letter to careers@flytbase.com, or submit your application below!

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