Autonomous Drone Flight Systems Engineer

Flytrex Inc.; Krugerville (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Flytrex Inc. is seeking an Autonomous Flight Systems Field Engineer for our Dallas–Fort Worth area operations.

This on-site role blends field flight operations with lab engineering, configuring and testing autonomous flight systems at Flytrex Flight Test Facility. The position requires hands-on experience with ArduPilot, Mission Planner, and UAS integration, with a strong emphasis on safety, CFR 14 Part 107 compliance, and rigorous documentation of flight activities.

Qualifications

• FAA Part 107 remote pilot certificate required.
• Hands-on ArduPilot configuration, tuning and fault troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with Mission Planner for mission planning, telemetry review and data analysis.
• Experience with UAS integration and hardware testing (sensor calibration).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to diagnose complex faults.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to document tests clearly.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Configure and tune Flytrex flight controllers and supporting hardware.
• Operate Flytrex Flight Control Software for mission planning, real-time telemetry review, and post-flight data analysis.
• Perform systems integration and testing, including hardware-in-the-loop testing, sensor calibration, and payload integration.
• Execute aircraft R&D functions and flight testing following procedures and checklists.
• Maintain operational readiness of all flight systems and required equipment.
• Document daily flight activities, logs and test reports with engineering-grade precision.
• Deconflict ground and air risks in compliance with CFR 14 Part 107.
• Assist with the design and continuous improvement of testing procedures.

Skills

Remote Pilot Certificate

ArduPilot experience

Mission Planner proficiency

UAS integration

Troubleshooting

Technical communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelors in Aerospace/Electrical/CS/Robotics

3+ years autonomous UAS experience

Tools

Pixhawk platforms

MAVLink tooling

Python scripting

ROS / MAVSDK / DroneKit

HIL/SIL testing

Jira

Job description

Flytrex Inc. is seeking an Autonomous Flight Systems Field Engineer for our Dallas–Fort Worth area operations.

This on-site role blends field flight operations with lab engineering, configuring and testing autonomous flight systems at Flytrex Flight Test Facility. The position requires hands-on experience with ArduPilot, Mission Planner, and UAS integration, with a strong emphasis on safety, CFR 14 Part 107 compliance, and rigorous documentation of flight activities.