Autonomous UAV Design Engineer - Field-Ready Interceptors

Trusk Technology; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trusk Technology in Amsterdam, NL, is building next-gen interceptor drones with a focus on fast, autonomous hardware. We’re seeking an engineer to design airframes in Fusion 360, print parts, and run field tests that push our UAV platform to the edge of reliability.

You will own aerodynamic sizing, mass/balance, and flight dynamics, while collaborating with autonomy and software teams to ensure flight readiness. English language required.

Qualifications

• A degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Hands-on CAD in Fusion 360 and 3D printing of functional parts.
• Strong grasp of aerodynamics and flight dynamics.
• Clear written and spoken English; Dutch a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design airframes, mounts, and interfaces from sketch to manufacturable parts.
• Own aerodynamic sizing, mass/balance, and drag estimates.
• Produce flight hardware and manage 3D printing processes.
• Build and maintain flight test platforms and drones.
• Plan field tests with safety, instrumentation, and data logging.
• Troubleshoot field faults and coordinate with hardware/software teams.
• Collaborate with autonomy engineers on sensor/payload changes.

Skills

Aerospace Eng

Fusion 360 CAD

3D printing

Aerodynamics

Flight dynamics

Python scripting

English required

UAV hardware

Education

Aerospace/Mechanical Eng degree

Tools

Fusion 360

ArduPilot

SITL

Gazebo

Python

Job description

Trusk Technology in Amsterdam, NL, is building next-gen interceptor drones with a focus on fast, autonomous hardware. We’re seeking an engineer to design airframes in Fusion 360, print parts, and run field tests that push our UAV platform to the edge of reliability.

You will own aerodynamic sizing, mass/balance, and flight dynamics, while collaborating with autonomy and software teams to ensure flight readiness. English language required.