What you’ll work on
Lead and conduct operational test flights (hardware integration, safety, performance validation)
Integrate our software with client drones, including sensors, payloads and communications.
Design, develop, and maintain flying test platforms and target drones
Define flight test plans, coordinate ground crew, safety protocols, logging, instrumentation
Troubleshoot hardware, control, communications, and telemetry in-flight and post-flight
Iterate rapidly — analyze test results, feed back to hardware and software teams
Interface with external stakeholders / clients to coordinate integration, flight trials, specs
What we’re looking for
Strong hands-on experience with small/medium UAVs (assembly, control, integration)
Solid understanding of aerodynamics, flight dynamics, control loops, sensor fusion
Experience with avionics, telemetry, radio communications
Test flight operations: safety procedures, risk mitigation, ground and flight instrumentation.
EU Drone Permit A1/A3 or higher
Excellent problem-solving mindset in field conditions
Strong communication skills — you’ll often be the bridge between hardware, software, and external clients
Nice to have
Python scripting / tooling skills
Experience with C / C++ for embedded flight systems
Familiarity with simulation environments (e.g. Gazebo, ROS, Ardupilot SITL)
Background in aerospace, robotics, or related domain
Previous experience with target drones, interceptor concepts, or defense-related systems
Why join us?
You’ll get to see your work fly — literally. You won’t just stay in simulation; you’ll get your hands dirty in real test flights, push the limits, and rapidly iterate. If you like ambiguity, tackling hard problems, and being a leader in the field, this is your kind of place.
The application process
Our application process consists of three short rounds, including a technical assessment that is respectful of your time. After three rounds, we hope to extend you a great offer. We aim to hire quickly to match the pace of our changing world.
Trusk Technology
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