Implement and customize ArduPilot-based flight controllers and autonomous features. * Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate sensor data, conduct simulations, and performfield testing.
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Implement and customize ArduPilot-based flight controllers and autonomous features. * Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate sensor data, conduct simulations, and performfield testing.
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Implement and customize ArduPilot-based flight controllers and autonomous features. * Collaborate with hardware teams to integrate sensor data, conduct simulations, and performfield testing.
Experience flying custom built quadcopter, running ArduPilot. * Experience, finding the right components and building custom QuadCopters, FPV drones or similar RC vehicles * Experience piloting drone ...
Experience flying custom built quadcopter, running ArduPilot. * Experience, finding the right components and building custom QuadCopters, FPV drones or similar RC vehicles * Experience piloting drone ...
Support flight software and GNC engineers with ArduPilot-based integrations (ArduPlane, ArduCopter, Mission Planner, QGC, etc.). * Perform manual flight testing to characterize aircraft dynamics ...
Support flight software and GNC engineers with ArduPilot-based integrations (ArduPlane, ArduCopter, Mission Planner, QGC, etc.). * Perform manual flight testing to characterize aircraft dynamics ...
Huntsville, AL ยท On-site +1
$150K - $250K/yr
Evaluate compatibility between ArduPilot-based flight control systems and customer-specified autonomy solutions. * Develop Interface Control Documents (ICDs), system requirements, and integration ...
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Huntsville, AL ยท On-site +1
$150K - $250K/yr
Evaluate compatibility between ArduPilot-based flight control systems and customer-specified autonomy solutions. * Develop Interface Control Documents (ICDs), system requirements, and integration ...
Huntsville, AL ยท On-site
$150K - $250K/yr
Evaluate compatibility between ArduPilot-based flight control systems and customer-specified autonomy solutions. * Develop Interface Control Documents (ICDs), system requirements, and integration ...
Huntsville, AL ยท On-site
$150K - $250K/yr
Evaluate compatibility between ArduPilot-based flight control systems and customer-specified autonomy solutions. * Develop Interface Control Documents (ICDs), system requirements, and integration ...
Huntsville, AL ยท On-site +1
Evaluate compatibility between ArduPilot-based flight control systems and customer-specified autonomy solutions. * Develop Interface Control Documents (ICDs), system requirements, and integration ...
Huntsville, AL ยท On-site +1
Evaluate compatibility between ArduPilot-based flight control systems and customer-specified autonomy solutions. * Develop Interface Control Documents (ICDs), system requirements, and integration ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
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You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
Solana Beach, CA ยท On-site
$176K/yr
Directly managing, configuring, and maintaining heavy-lift systems, specifically Harris Aerial Hybrid platforms built on the ArduPilot / Cube autopilot ecosystem * Integrating, calibrating, and ...
Solana Beach, CA ยท On-site
$176K/yr
Directly managing, configuring, and maintaining heavy-lift systems, specifically Harris Aerial Hybrid platforms built on the ArduPilot / Cube autopilot ecosystem * Integrating, calibrating, and ...
Torrance, CA ยท On-site
$35K - $40K/yr
This role supports DJI, Autel, and other COTS drones, custom rotary-wing Class 1-3 aircraft running ArduPilot firmware, and fixed-wing Class 1-2 aircraft running ArduPilot firmware. The ideal ...
Torrance, CA ยท On-site
$35K - $40K/yr
This role supports DJI, Autel, and other COTS drones, custom rotary-wing Class 1-3 aircraft running ArduPilot firmware, and fixed-wing Class 1-2 aircraft running ArduPilot firmware. The ideal ...
Washington, DC ยท On-site
$220K - $330K/yr
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
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Washington, DC ยท On-site
$220K - $330K/yr
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
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You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
Newton, MA ยท On-site
$130K - $190K/yr
Interface with lower-level flight controllers such as ArduPilot or PX4 * Develop and tune vehicle guidance, navigation & control algorithms * Integrate sensors, payloads, compute, networking, and ...
Newton, MA ยท On-site
$130K - $190K/yr
Interface with lower-level flight controllers such as ArduPilot or PX4 * Develop and tune vehicle guidance, navigation & control algorithms * Integrate sensors, payloads, compute, networking, and ...
San Diego, CA ยท On-site
$220K - $330K/yr
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
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San Diego, CA ยท On-site
$220K - $330K/yr
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
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You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
You'll partner closely with the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners that staff and ...
Saint Paul, MN ยท On-site
$122K - $161K/yr
Notes Would like to see candidates who are familiar with Pixhawk autopilot hardware, PX4 & Ardupilot flight stack firmware, and other MAVlink based systems. Must be willing and interested to learn ...
Saint Paul, MN ยท On-site
$122K - $161K/yr
Notes Would like to see candidates who are familiar with Pixhawk autopilot hardware, PX4 & Ardupilot flight stack firmware, and other MAVlink based systems. Must be willing and interested to learn ...
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| Aspect | Ardupilot | Drone Software Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Required credentials | Experience with embedded systems, open-source software, and programming languages like C++ and Python | Degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field; experience with drone software development |
| Work environment | Open-source community, research labs, or drone manufacturing companies | Tech companies, startups, or aerospace firms developing drone applications |
| Industry usage | Primarily used in open-source drone autopilot systems and research projects | Developing commercial or custom drone software solutions |
While Ardupilot focuses on open-source autopilot firmware development, a Drone Software Engineer designs and implements drone software solutions for various applications. Both roles require programming skills and knowledge of drone systems, but Ardupilot is more specialized in autopilot firmware, whereas Drone Software Engineers work on broader software development for drones.

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