Avionics & Mechatronics Engineer- Canada

Volatus Aerospace; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Volatus Aerospace in Vaughan, Canada, is seeking an Avionics & Mechatronics Engineer to join our hands-on team developing, integrating, and validating RPAS avionics and flight control systems.

You will wire and test flight controllers (Pixhawk, KK Boards, Piccolo), work with MAVLink, Python/C scripts, sensors, and power systems, and support diagnostics in fast-paced operational environments. We value practical soldering, problem-solving, and reading schematics and datasheets.

Qualifications

• Hands-on soldering experience with fine-pitch components and connectors.
• Experience configuring at least one flight controller platform (Pixhawk, KK Board, or Piccolo).
• Experience with MAVLink, UAVCAN/DroneCAN, and UAV communication protocols is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire complete avionics systems including flight controllers and power distribution.
• Configure, calibrate, and troubleshoot Pixhawk, KK Boards, and Piccolo autopilots; set up failsafes and RC mappings.
• Tune power systems and perform sensor integration (GPS, IMUs, barometers, cameras).
• Develop integration scripts in Python or C to support MAVLink tools and data parsing.
• Diagnose hardware and avionics issues using flight logs, oscilloscopes, and multimeters.

Skills

Soldering

Flight controllers

Python

C

Diagnostics

Embedded systems

Schematics reading

Tools

Pixhawk (PX4/ArduPilot)

KK Boards

Piccolo Autopilot

MAVLink

UAVCAN/DroneCAN

KiCad/EasyEDA

Oscilloscopes

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Volatus Aerospace is a global leader in aerial intelligence and drone solutions, bringing together over 100 years of combined aviation expertise. We specialize in delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions through both piloted and remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) across industries including defense, infrastructure, energy, public safety, and logistics.

As part of our continued growth and innovation initiatives, we are seeking an Avionics & Mechatronics Engineer to join our team and support the development, integration, and testing of advanced RPAS platforms and avionics systems.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Volatus Aerospace, the Avionics & Mechatronics Engineer plays a critical role in integrating, configuring, and validating the electronic and control systems that power next-generation unmanned aerial systems.

This is a highly hands-on engineering role focused on flight controllers, avionics integration, sensor systems, power management, diagnostics, and embedded system troubleshooting. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering and flight operations teams to ensure aircraft systems are reliable, safe, and mission ready.

We are seeking a builder and problem solver who is comfortable with soldering irons, oscilloscopes, wiring harnesses, flight logs, and real-world system troubleshooting in fast-paced operational environments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assemble and wire complete avionics systems, including ESCs, motors, flight controllers, GPS systems, telemetry modules, RC receivers, and power distribution systems.
• Configure, calibrate, and troubleshoot flight controllers such as Pixhawk (PX4 / ArduPilot), KK Boards, and Piccolo Autopilot platforms, including sensor calibration, RC mapping, failsafe setup, and pre-arm checks.
• Tune and optimize power systems by performing motor and propeller matching, current draw profiling, battery selection, and thermal management analysis to ensure reliable aircraft performance.
• Integrate and validate onboard sensors including GPS, IMUs, barometers, optical flow systems, range finders, and cameras while verifying sensor accuracy and data reliability.
• Develop integration scripts and utilities using Python or C to support MAVLink tools, parameter automation, and flight log parsing.
• Diagnose hardware, avionics, and integration issues using flight logs, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters in fast-paced testing and operational environments.
• Strong electronics fundamentals with the ability to read schematics, measure signals, and diagnose system-level issues.
• Basic programming skills in Python or C with the ability to write scripts, read datasheets, and automate repetitive tasks.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be reasonably assigned by the Company from time to time.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Hands-on soldering experience working with fine-pitch components, XT connectors, coaxial cables, and heat-sensitive components.
• Experience configuring at least one flight controller platform from scratch, including Pixhawk, KK Board, or Piccolo systems.
• Experience with MAVLink, UAVCAN / DroneCAN, and other UAV communication protocols is considered an asset.
• Basic PCB design experience using tools such as KiCad or EasyEDA is considered an asset.
• Familiarity with power electronics, voltage regulators, current sensing, and BEC systems is preferred.
• Personal drone builds, robotics competition experience, or electronics hobbyist projects are highly valued.

HOURS OF WORK AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The position is an onsite role, and the Employee is required to perform their duties primarily at the Company’s designated workplace, as directed by the Company.
• The standard work schedule consists of forty (40) hours per week, typically performed Monday to Friday, subject to operational requirements.
• From time to time, the Employee may be required to maintain reasonable flexibility in working hours to support operational needs, time-sensitive activities, or business priorities.

WHY JOIN VOLATUS AEROSPACE

At Volatus Aerospace, you will be joining an innovative, fast-paced company with a strong commitment to customer success and industry advancement. We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive group benefits plan, and a group RRSP. You will have the opportunity to work with a passionate global team on cutting-edge aerospace projects while continuing to grow your career in a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions directly impact company growth and operational success.

Volatus Aerospace is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process upon request.