Drone Systems Engineer at American Robotics (Austin, TX)

Drone Systems Engineer

American Robotics is seeking Drone Systems Engineers to help deploy, operate and maintain our fully automated drone solution in real world environments all over the US. In this position, you will work independently on-site with our cutting edge technologies and interface directly with customers, as well as our team of engineers and sales. This position offers you opportunities to be a key contributor to our rapidly growing company and business, with the potential to lead up all our field operations as well be a part of the highly motivated and dynamic technology development team. You need to be creative, hands-on with robotics and drones, diligent and live and thrive in a fast-paced team that is result-oriented and values excellence.

Location & Logistics

• Office location is flexible: Marlborough, MA or suitable location in the Midwest.
  
• Training begins March 1, 2019 or as early as possible with the development team
  

Responsibilities

You will work directly with the companys engineering and sales teams to help deploy and manage autonomous drone systems to customers all over the U.S., including farmers, co-ops, and ag researchers.

Opera

• te and become proficient in American Robotics autonomous drone system technology

• Lead flight and system operations at customer sites

• Interface directly with engineering and sales to ensure in-field operations are completed on schedule and meet expectations

• Be the on-site point of contact for customer(s) and keep abreast of customer inputs and requirements

• Work independently on-site with minimal supervision

• Provide input to engineering and sales teams on system operation, performance, and any related issues

Requirements

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• g mechanical, electrical, and software aptitude

• Able to work in outdoor environments

• Ability to travel extensively (75%)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; equally comfortable interacting with customers and engineers

• Excellent hands-on experience with assembling, operating and troubleshooting robotics and electro-mechanical systems

• Electronics skills  electronics measurement, soldering, debugging, sensitive electronics diagnostics

• Software skills comfortable with linux, python, etc.

• Drone/robotics enthusiast; familiar with building and operating drones and other robots

• Self-starter with strong work ethic and attention to detail

Great Additions:

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• edge of farming and/or the use of aerial imagery is a plus (but not required)

• Active FAA Part 107 license, other aeronautical experience or certifications

About American Robotics

American Robotics is an autonomous drone developer specializing in rugged, real-world environments. Through innovations in robot autonomy, machine vision, edge computing, and AI we have created the next generation of drone technology: a fully-automated drone capable of continuous, unattended operation. Our flagship product, Scout, is the first of its kind for precision agriculture, and unlocks drones as a viable and valuable team member for growers, agronomists, and ag researchers.

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