Drone Engineer - Intern

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Drone Interns to join our dynamic team. As a Drone Engineer, you will be involved in the design, development, testing, and operation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). You will collaborate with a diverse team of engineers, scientists, and pilots to push the boundaries of drone technology.

Responsibilities

• Design & Development:

  • Design and develop innovative drone systems, including hardware and software components.
  • Integrate sensors, cameras, GPS, and other components into drone systems.
  • Develop embedded software and hardware systems to enhance drone functionality.

• Testing & Troubleshooting:

  • Conduct flight tests to evaluate drone performance and safety.
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues to ensure proper functioning of drones.
  • Improve drone flight stability, efficiency, and endurance.

• Collaboration & Innovation:

  • Work with cross-disciplinary teams including software developers, data scientists, and hardware engineers.
  • Develop and optimize algorithms for flight control, autonomy, and sensor data processing.
  • Stay up to date with advancements in drone technology and regulatory guidelines.

• Maintenance & Support:

  • Provide technical support for drone operations and maintenance.
  • Develop documentation for drone systems, including technical specifications and user manuals.

Requirements

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience:

  • Knowledge and experience in drone design, engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience with UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) systems, flight controllers, and autopilot systems.
  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for drone design.
  • Strong background in programming (Python, C++, or similar languages) for embedded systems and flight control systems.

• Skills:

  • Knowledge of drone regulations (FAA guidelines, Part 107, etc.).
  • Experience with drone simulation software and flight planning tools.
  • Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., MAVLink, ROS).
  • Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge drone projects.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Professional development opportunities.

Diversity and inclusion at xIoTz

xIoTz is committed to continuing to make diversity, equity, and inclusion part of everything we do—from how we build our products to how we build our workforce. We focus on diversity at the team level because we believe that teams perform better when individuals have access to perspectives different from their own. We also know that it will give us a better understanding of the representation of many groups at xIoTz, an important first step to help us improve. xIoTz stands for equal pay, equal treatment, and equal experiences for all of our people, past, present, and future, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexuality, socioeconomic class, disability status, or any other differentiating factor. We strive to ensure every last person we interact with feels like they belong and has the same opportunities as everyone else.