Senior UAV / Drone Systems Engineer (FREELANCE)

 Posted 23 days ago
  
 Poland
  
 150 - 300 per hour
  
5-10 years experience
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Integrate sensors and subsystems into UAV platforms and perform flight tuning and stabilization. Conduct on-site flight testing, troubleshoot system-level issues, and manage ArduPilot-based flight control systems.

We are looking for a Senior UAV System Engineer with strong hands-on experience in flight control systems, integration, and tuning of industrial UAV platforms, to support the development and optimization of a drone system for wind turbine inspection and repair.

We are currently looking for freelancers to join our talent pool for upcoming projects. We’ll be reaching out when new opportunities matching your skills become available.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Degree in Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or related field

  • Proven hands-on experience with ArduPilot

  • Strong experience with UAV systems (medium to large platforms)

  • Practical experience with dual GPS configurations

  • Experience implementing RTK systems

  • Strong PID tuning experience on UAV platforms

  • Experience with real-world flight testing and system integration U

  • Understanding of MAVLink communication

  • English at least B2

Nice to have

  • Experience with ROS2

  • Programming experience in C++ and/or Python

  • Experience working with companion computers (e.g., Jetson, Raspberry Pi)

  • Experience with LTE/telemetry systems in UAVs Tech Stack Flight Control & Communication

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Integrate sensors and subsystems (GPS, RTK, cameras, rangefinders, etc.) into UAV platforms

  • Perform flight tuning and stabilization, including PID tuning Conduct on-site flight testing and validation

  • Troubleshoot system-level issues and optimize UAV performance

  • Configure and manage flight control systems (ArduPilot-based)

  • Support system integration across hardware and software components

  • Contribute to R&D activities depending on experience and project needs

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