Lead Engineer, Electronics & Automation

Senior Electronics & Control Systems Engineer

About AirBotix AirBotix is pioneering advanced aerial platforms and autonomous systems for defense, surveillance, and industrial applications. We develop cutting-edge solutions including tethered aerostats, UAVs, and integrated command & control systems.

About the Role We're seeking an experienced Electronics & Control Systems Engineer to lead the design and development of ground control infrastructure, automation systems, and electronics integration across our product portfolio. You'll architect mission-critical control systems, design electronics subsystems, and develop operator interfaces for 24 / 7 autonomous operations.

This role spans multiple platforms including tethered aerostats, UAV systems, and ground-based command & control stations.

Core Responsibilities

Electronics Design & Integration

• Power systems design : DC-DC converters, battery management, power distribution (12V-270V)
• Circuit design : Analog / digital circuits, sensor interfaces, motor controllers
• PCB design and prototyping for custom avionics and control boards
• Thermal management and environmental hardening for field deployment
• Cable harness design and connector selection

Ground Control & Automation Systems

Sensors & Instrumentation

Communications & Networking

Safety & Compliance

Required Qualifications Experience : 5-8 years in electronics design, control systems, or automation engineering

Must have hands-on experience in TWO of these domains :

Industrial Automation : SCADA / DCS systems, PLC programming, process control

Electronics Design : Power electronics, PCB design, embedded hardware, avionics

Control Systems : UAV / UAS ground stations, robotics, motion control, real-time systems

Instrumentation : Data acquisition, telemetry systems, sensor integration, test equipment

Technical Skills (Core)

Nice to Have

Ideal Candidate Background