Systems & Integration Engineer

UAV Avionics Systems Integration Engineer

Industry : Unmanned Aerial Vehicles / Aerospace / Defence / Robotics

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled UAV Avionics Systems Integration Engineer with strong experience in unmanned aircraft modelling, simulation, and avionics integration. This role involves leading the development, integration, and validation of advanced avionics and flight-control systems across cutting-edge UAV platforms. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, reliable, and high-performance autonomous flight systems.

Key Responsibilities

Integrate avionics hardware and software, including autopilots, sensors, communications systems, and payloads

Develop and validate UAV dynamic models for simulation and flight-control development

Support flight-control tuning, system verification, and mission-readiness activities

Conduct full-system testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization in lab and flight environments

Create technical documentation, wiring diagrams, system architecture documents, and test reports

Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, and flight-test teams to ensure seamless system operation

Contribute to system architecture definition, interface control, and safety planning

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related field ( Master’s preferred )

Proven experience in UAV systems engineering with an emphasis on hardware and system-architecture definition (aerospace / defence experience preferred)

Experience in UAV avionics integration and embedded flight-control systems

Demonstrated experience in UAV modelling / simulation tools (e.g. MATLAB / Simulink, PX4 / ArduPilot, ROS, Gazebo)

Proficiency in CAD tools ( Siemens NX preferred ) for 3D modelling, wiring diagrams, and system layouts

Strong understanding of aerodynamics, propulsion, avionics, electrical systems, signal routing, and power distribution

Experience with system integration, assembly, and functional testing

Familiarity with UAV regulatory requirements and industry standards

Experience with writing SORAs and previous interaction with EASA (desired)

Demonstrable UAV flight-test experience and practical integration / troubleshooting skills

Strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and excellent documentation skills

Effective communication and teamwork capabilities in multi-disciplinary environments

Fluent in Spanish and English

Desired Skills & Certifications

Experience as a GCS Operator or External Pilot

Civil UAV pilot licences ( A1, A2, A3) and military DUO licence (asset)

Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing experience

Knowledge of RF systems and telemetry architectures

Why Join Us

Work at the forefront of next-generation UAV technologies

Collaborative and innovative engineering environment

Opportunity to influence core architecture and flight systems

Strong career growth opportunities and competitive compensation package