Autonomous Flight Systems Field Engineer - Onsite & R&D

Flytrex Inc.; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Flytrex Inc. in Denton, TX is seeking an Autonomous Flight Systems Field Engineer to support the research, development, and operational testing of Flytrex’s end-to-end drone delivery system.

This hands-on role blends field flight operations with lab engineering, configuring, integrating, testing, and troubleshooting autonomous flight systems at the Flytrex Flight Test Facility. The ideal candidate will work with ArduPilot-based controllers, Mission Planner, and hardware-in-the-loop testing,

Qualifications

• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• Hands-on experience with ArduPilot and/or similar flight controllers, including configuration, tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with Mission Planner and/or similar for mission planning, configuration, and telemetry review.
• Experience with UAS systems integration and hardware testing, including sensor integration and calibration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to diagnose complex system faults in field and lab environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce clear technical documentation and test reports.

Responsibilities

• Configure, tune, and validate 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 HIL testing, sensor calibration, and payload integration.
• Execute aircraft R&D functions and flight testing following strict procedures and checklists.
• Perform aircraft maintenance and ensure operational readiness of all flight systems and equipment.
• Document daily flight activities, flight logs, and technical test reports with engineering-grade precision.
• Deconflict ground and air risks in compliance with CFR 14 Part 107 during operations.
• Apply root cause analysis to flight anomalies, hardware failures, and software faults.
• Assist with design and improvement of testing procedures.

Skills

Field operations

Troubleshooting

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

ArduPilot

Mission Planner

Pixhawk

MAVSDK/ROS

Job description

Flytrex Inc. in Denton, TX is seeking an Autonomous Flight Systems Field Engineer to support the research, development, and operational testing of Flytrex’s end-to-end drone delivery system.

This hands-on role blends field flight operations with lab engineering, configuring, integrating, testing, and troubleshooting autonomous flight systems at the Flytrex Flight Test Facility. The ideal candidate will work with ArduPilot-based controllers, Mission Planner, and hardware-in-the-loop testing,