Test & Software Engineer / On-Site (US and Italy)

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR?

Jetson is a category-defining eVTOL company with a mission to change the way we travel. Our vehicles democratize flight and move ground-based transportation up into the air.

Jetson is enabling new and exciting ways of travelling and we are committed to making this a reality.

Jetson is looking for highly self-motivated and proactive individuals with a proven record of extraordinary achievements. Join our hard-working, creative and talented team to realize the exciting dream of Advanced Air Mobility at our facilities in San Luis Obispo, California (USA) and Arezzo, Italy.

GENERAL NEEDS OF THE COMPANY:

Responsibilities:

• Analyze performance of Jetson aircraft electronics and flight computer.
• Analyze vehicle flight logs and compile them for the engineering team.
• Design, optimize, validate flight computer and electronics firmware and software.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to ensure performance and safety requirements are met.
• Troubleshoot flight computer and electronic integration issues and implement corrective actions.
• Set up reliable and redundant RC systems including their integration with onboard electronics and robust fail-safe operation.
• Provide engineering support for the assembly and testing motors, batteries, and related electronic components.
• Maintain detailed documentation, work instructions, flight performance reports.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy.
• 5 years of work and development of UAV vehicles.
• Proven experience with UAV flight computers, UAV electronic components, sensors and their integration.
• UAV flight computers firmware and software development.
• Proficiency with Python, C#, Java, or other high-level languages.
• Experience with electronics, electrical wiring, and soldering.
• Experience with electric propulsion, batteries, brushless motors, motor controllers.
• 10 years of building RC aircraft, helicopters, drones, and aviation interests.
• Electronics assembly and prototype development experience.
• Experience setting up and running tests and experiments.
• Ability to read, interpret and work from drawings, schematics, assembly procedures and work instructions.

Soft Skills:

•  "Can-do, will-do" attitude with a proactive approach and willingness to take action;
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment;
• Applies time management, effective planning, prioritizing, and organizing skills to maximize productivity;
• Brings a positive attitude and energy to the workplace;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities;
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.

Additional Requirements:

• Must have a valid driving license;
• Must willing to work onsite.

Jetson is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, gender, age, disability, or any other protected status.

**Candidates are kindly requested to submit their CV in English**