Aerial Systems Engineer – Drone Inspection

Osprey Aerial Systems; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Disability insurance

Health Insurance

Job summary

A technology-driven aerospace firm in Seattle is seeking an experienced System Engineer to support drone inspection projects. The candidate will design and maintain drone-based inspection systems, validate sensor integrations, and collaborate with teams to achieve mission objectives. Required qualifications include a degree in engineering, hands-on UAV experience, and proficiency in MATLAB or Python. The role offers competitive compensation between $80,000 and $120,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in inspection technologies, aerospace, robotics, or unmanned systems.
• Hands-on experience with UAV systems and sensor integration.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations and safety protocols for UAV operations.

Responsibilities

• Specify, integrate, and validate sensors for drone inspections.
• Collaborate with teams for mission planning and execution.
• Develop automated inspection workflows and software-hardware interfaces.
• Ensure regulatory compliance for inspection operations.

Skills

UAV systems

Sensor integration

Embedded systems

MATLAB

Python

C++

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

A technology-driven aerospace firm in Seattle is seeking an experienced System Engineer to support drone inspection projects. The candidate will design and maintain drone-based inspection systems, validate sensor integrations, and collaborate with teams to achieve mission objectives. Required qualifications include a degree in engineering, hands-on UAV experience, and proficiency in MATLAB or Python. The role offers competitive compensation between $80,000 and $120,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and 401(k).