Deployment Engineer (Part 107 Certified)

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Location: Brooklyn Navy Yard, NY (On-site)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $75,000 – $90,000 (based on experience)

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Deployment Engineer to deliver capable unmanned aerial systems (UAS). You will be responsible for executing flight tests for R&D and quality assurance, integrating systems at client site deployments, performing training on systems, and providing front-line support for UAS troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in flight test engineering, practical experience with ArduCopter-based platforms, and proven ability to manage test operations. This position demands a blend of technical expertise, analytical problem-solving, operational precision, and the ability to take charge and work independently with a strong sense of responsibility.

Candidates should be prepared for variable work hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends, depending on deployment schedules and testing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy systems and ensure customer success
• Deliver hands-on training and provide ongoing technical and operational support for our systems and users
• Developing training materials, conducting sessions (both in-person and virtual), and troubleshooting user issues with clarity and patience
• System Integration & Configuration
• Configure and tune ArduCopter parameters for various airframes
• Integrate autopilot hardware, sensors, telemetry, and ground control stations
• Perform troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of system anomalies
• Flight Test Planning & Execution
• Develop comprehensive flight test plans, test cards, and risk assessments
• Conduct ground and flight tests on UAS to validate performance, safety, and reliability
• Operate as pilot, payload operator, or safety observer during test missions
• Implement safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g. Federal Aviation Administration)
• Data Collection & Analysis
• Collect and analyze flight data to assess system performance and identify issues
• Document and report test results, including post-flight debriefs and technical reports
• Recommend design or software modifications based on test outcomes
• Project Management
• Communicate progress, risks, and results to stakeholders and leadership
  

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in flight testing or UAS development
• Proficiency with ArduCopter, including parameter tuning, mission planning, and log analysis
• Hands-on experience with UAS assembly, integration, and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of aviation regulations and airspace procedures
• Strong data analysis and technical reporting skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work safely in dynamic field environments and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams
• Certification as a Federal Aviation Administration Part 107 Remote Pilot
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with other autopilot frameworks (e.g. PX4, DJI Ground Control)
• Experience using telemetry and ground control systems such as Mission Planner or QGroundControl
• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field