Drone Engineer (Mechatronics/Software)

Syos is a pioneering aerospace and technology company at the forefront of utilitarian autonomous vehicles. We specialize in the development of cutting-edge unmanned vehicles and are expanding production capability across a range of sectors in the UK. We are expanding our UK programme looking for a skilled and motivated Mechatronics or Software Engineer to join our rapidly expanding production and engineering team.

The role:

This role will be a key part of the USV production and engineering development team as a Mechatronics or Software Engineer and will be responsible for the production, configuration, testing and development of unmanned marine platforms.

Additionally, the role will lead and command USV operations in a testing and quality assurance capacity. The right person will have good communication skills to report/ with our New Zealand engineering office and a posses or has willingness to learn and work in an environment beyond that of a pure software or mechatronics role.

The role is full time, based at SYOS UK premises in Fareham.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Relevant degree in Software or Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent experience, preferably with a hardware/software avionics bias
• Implementing production practises for software and hardware
• Strong background in linux systems.
• MUST have experience with system and sub system installation & integration of autopilot flight controller systems
• Experience in embedded programming, preferably in C on micro-controllers.
• Experience in the development of PC-based engineering applications
• Working knowledge of common data buses including Ethernet, CAN, RS-232.
• Familiar or have experience with software networking pipelines.
• Networking knowledge
• GCS operations experience
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong time management
• Ability to work independently

Due to the nature of the work, a British passport is required

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £55,000.00-£65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Do you have experience with system and sub system installation & integration of autopilot flight controller systems?

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: SYOSbuyer