Proliance Consulting

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One of our clients is is looking to fill a Senior PX4 Software Engineer position. We are a dynamic and growing drone technology company focused on the manufacturing of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS drones) for use in defense, public safety, and other government security organizations. In this role, you will lead the development and optimization of flight control software for our VTOL platforms, with primary focus on PX4 flight stack customization, implementation, and integration. The ideal candidate will have a background in flight control systems, robotics, or aerospace engineering with extensive experience in PX4 development and VTOL aircraft systems. Associate Vendors: We are accepting applications from candidates who are currently authorized to work in the US for any employer without sponsorship. Role & Responsibilities • Lead development and customization of PX4 flight stack for VTOL applications • Design and implement custom flight modes and control algorithms for specific mission requirements • Develop and maintain flight control parameter optimization for VTOL transition phases • Develop and maintain autopilot integrations tied to other systems such as payloads and ground control stations. • Create and maintain automated testing frameworks for flight control software Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Robotics, Computer Science, or related technical field • 8+ years of software development experience in robotics or aerospace systems • 5+ years of experience with PX4 or similar flight control systems • Strong C++ programming skills with real-time systems experience • Demonstrated experience with VTOL aircraft systems and control • Experience with flight testing and data analysis • Proven track record of flight software development in regulated environments • Strong understanding of control theory and state estimation Desired Qualifications • Master's degree in Aerospace, Robotics, or related field • Familiarity with ROS2 and modern robotics frameworks • Experience with simulation environments (jMAVSim, Gazebo) • Knowledge of computer vision and autonomous navigation systems • Experience with CI/CD pipelines for embedded systems • Background in mission planning and trajectory optimization • Experience with MAVLINK protocol and custom message development • Active Part 107 FAA License