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BTAS

UAS Hardware Engineer

Dayton, OH · On-site

$115K - $151K/yr

BTAS is recruiting a UAS Hardware Engineer with expertise in UAV airframe design, materials, aerodynamics, vibration analysis, payload integration, and embedded systems to support advanced AFRL ...

Astrion

Avionics Integration Engineer, F-15

Dayton, OH · On-site

$115K - $135K/yr

Overview Avionics Integration Engineer LOCATION: Wright-Patterson AFB, OH JOB STATUS: Full-time ... agility, and payload capacity. Our program team consists of dedicated, mission-focused ...

SUMARIA SYSTEMS LLC

General Engineer

Fairborn, OH · On-site

The selected candidate will provide engineering, technical, integration, test, acquisition, and ... associated payloads, sensors, and ground control systems throughout the system lifecycle. This ...

The Will-Burt Company

ENGINEER ELECTRICAL SR

Orrville, OH · On-site

$100K - $131K/yr

... integrated with power management, radar, surveillance, and communications payloads. The U.S ... Configure and support programmable devices including vehicle displays, controllers (IFM), CAN ...

Actalent

Robotics Engineer

Lewis Center, OH

$40.87 - $55.29/hr

Specify robotics solutions, including payload, reach, safety requirements, and integration details. * Apply ISO standards and good engineering practices in controls design and implementation. * Use ...

Judge Group, Inc.

Test Engineer III

Vandalia, OH · On-site

$50 - $55/hr

Title: Test Engineer III Duration: 1 year+ Location: Vandalia, OH 2 openings Schedule: 7:30am-4 ... mission payloads and electronic systems through highly integrated aircraft to orbital and space ...

The Will-Burt Company

ENGINEER ELECTRICAL

Orrville, OH · On-site

Join a creative work environment integrating and designing new and improved electro-mechanical ... This customer equipment can range from simple payloads to complex radar and surveillance packages.

Belcan

Structural Engineer lll

Vandalia, OH · On-site

Structural Engineer lll Location: Vandalia, OH Zip Code: 45377 Duration: 12+ Months Pay Rate: $ 60 ... mission payloads and electronic systems through highly integrated aircraft to orbital and space ...

Belcan

Structural Engineer II

Vandalia, OH · On-site

Structural Engineer II Location: Vandalia, OH Zip Code: 45377 Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: $ 55.00 ... mission payloads and electronic systems through highly integrated aircraft to orbital and space ...

R&E Automated Systems

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Robot Programmer

Lima, OH · On-site

$30 - $42/hr

This hands-on role involves setting up, programming, and integrating robots into production ... Perform robot mastering, TCP verification, and payload setup * Download and manage Offline Programs ...

Belcan

Test Engineer III

Vandalia, OH

$55.17/hr

Test Engineer III Location: Vandalia, OH Zip Code: 45377 Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: $55.17/hr ... mission payloads and electronic systems through highly integrated aircraft to orbital and space ...

Belcan

Test Engineer II

Vandalia, OH · On-site

$48.28/hr

Test Engineer II Location: Vandalia, OH Zip Code: 45377 Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: $48.28/hr ... mission payloads and electronic systems through highly integrated aircraft to orbital and space ...

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What are Payload Integration Engineers?

Payload Integration Engineers are professionals responsible for ensuring that spacecraft payloads, such as satellites or scientific instruments, are properly designed, tested, and integrated with the launch vehicle. They coordinate between payload providers, launch vehicle teams, and mission planners to ensure compatibility and safe installation. Their work includes overseeing mechanical, electrical, and thermal interfaces, performing integration tests, and troubleshooting any issues that arise during the process. These engineers play a crucial role in successful space missions by ensuring payloads are delivered to orbit safely and efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Payload Integration Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Payload Integration Engineer, you need a solid background in aerospace or mechanical engineering, experience with systems integration, and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software, simulation tools, and industry standards such as NASA or ESA requirements, as well as certifications like EIT or PE, are often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective collaboration and communication skills set top candidates apart. These competencies ensure that complex payloads are integrated safely and efficiently, meeting mission requirements and minimizing risks.

What are some common challenges Payload Integration Engineers face when coordinating with multiple teams during a satellite launch campaign?

Payload Integration Engineers frequently collaborate with cross-functional teams, including spacecraft engineering, mission operations, and launch providers. A common challenge is ensuring all payload requirements are met while aligning schedules and technical specifications across these groups. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are essential to anticipate and resolve integration issues, manage last-minute changes, and ensure safety and mission objectives are upheld. Successfully overcoming these challenges not only ensures a smooth launch but also fosters valuable experience in multidisciplinary teamwork.
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UAS Hardware Engineer

UAS Hardware Engineer

BTAS

Dayton, OH • On-site

$115K - $151K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

POSITION: UAS Hardware Engineer
LOCATION: Fairborn, Ohio, WPAFB
REQUIRED SECURITY CLEARANCE: Top Secret / SCI
POSITION TYPE/STANDARD WORK HOURS: Full Time, 40 hours, On-site
THE OPPORTUNITY:
BTAS is recruiting a UAS Hardware Engineer with expertise in UAV airframe design, materials, aerodynamics, vibration analysis, payload integration, and embedded systems to support advanced AFRL Center for Rapid Innovation research and development initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience supporting unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) hardware development, autonomous systems integration, embedded computing platforms, and advanced prototyping technologies supporting defense applications.
The UAS Hardware Engineer will support the design, integration, testing, and evaluation of UAS systems and associated hardware technologies. This role requires technical expertise across UAV platforms, embedded systems, autonomy frameworks, manufacturing processes, payload integration, and mission systems supporting Department of War research efforts.
WHO WE ARE:
BTAS is a woman-owned small business founded in 1995, located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Beavercreek, OH. We have earned national and regional awards in the Department of Defense for our proven IT, Engineering, and Program Management capabilities.
We are committed to working with exceptional quality and professionalism to deliver excellence to our customers, while providing our employees with a stimulating and satisfying work environment as we collaborate with teammates to achieve common goals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Support the design, development, integration, and testing of UAS airframes, payload systems, and embedded hardware technologies.
  • Perform engineering analysis related to UAS operations performance and payload integration.
  • Advise the customer on UAS hardware subsystems including flight controllers, ESCs, power systems, telemetry systems, navigation systems, and sensor packages.
  • Familiar with the concepts of autonomous flight system integration utilizing PX4, ArduPilot, ROS/ROS2, computer vision, sensor fusion, and autonomous navigation technologies.
  • Contribute to the development and evaluation of collaborative autonomous systems and swarm technologies.
  • Support payload integration and testing activities involving ISR, RF, EW, or mission-specific sensor technologies.
  • Participate in hardware and rapid prototype fabrication reviews.
  • Conduct laboratory, field, and flight testing activities supporting UAS technology demonstrations and evaluations.
  • Prepare technical reports, engineering documentation, test plans, presentations, and recommendations for program stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams supporting advanced autonomous systems and UAS research initiatives.
  • Assist with troubleshooting, system integration, and hardware/software interoperability across UAS platforms.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Education – Required
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Robotics, or related technical discipline.
  • Experience:
    • 2–4 years of relevant engineering experience in UAS systems, robotics, embedded systems, aerospace systems, autonomous platforms, or related technical fields.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of UAS airframe design, aerodynamics, materials, payload integration, or related aerospace engineering concepts.
    • Experience with some of the following UAS hardware systems:
      • Flight controllers
      • ESCs and power systems
      • Battery management systems
      • Navigation systems
      • Telemetry systems
      • Sensor integration
      • Payload integration
    • Familiarity with autonomy and controls technologies such as:
      • PX4 and/or ArduPilot
      • ROS/ROS2
      • Computer vision
      • Sensor fusion
      • Autonomous navigation
      • Swarm or multi-agent systems
    • Experience with engineering prototyping and development tools, including PCB design, rapid prototyping, or hardware integration activities.
    • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and technical documentation skills.
    • Experience supporting defense, aerospace, autonomous systems, robotics, university research, or related technical programs is preferred.
    • Internship, research, capstone project, or laboratory experience may be considered toward relevant experience requirements.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not supervise the work of others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to operate a computer and other standard office equipment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, 80%.

TRAVEL:
Minimal travel, 5 – 10%.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change at any time with or without notice.
COMPENSATION / SALARY RANGE:
BTAS adheres to federal, state, and local regulations. This is a Full-Time, Salary, Exempt position. Salary is subject to a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, education, certification(s), training, specialized skills, responsibilities, etc.
BTAS BENEFITS:
A comprehensive benefits program, including paid time off, federal holidays, health coverage, 401K plan with generous company match is offered to all full-time employees.

AAP / EEO STATEMENT:
BTAS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
BTAS is an E-Verify program participant.
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Industry

Real estate

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Dayton, OH, US

Year founded

1995

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