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Senior UAV Software Developer
2025-06-18
2025-07-18
Employment Type:
Direct Hire
Job Number: 27347
Pay Rate: $150000 - $190000
Remote Friendly?: Office
Job Description
Senior UAV Software Developer
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Employment Type: Full-time, On-site (9/80 schedule –every other Friday off)
Compensation: $150K–$200K base + performance bonus
Clearance Requirement: Must be a U.S. Citizen (due to government contracts);eligible for SECRET clearance
Travel: Minimal
Relocation Assistance: Available Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior UAV Software Developer to contribute to the design, integration, and performance optimization of advanced unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) software systems. This role plays a critical part in enhancing the autonomy, reliability, and flight capabilities of next-generation UAV platforms. You will work closely with engineering teams to integrate avionics, support autonomous missions, and optimize real-time system performance.
Key Responsibilities
Core Competencies
Desired Qualifications
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Employment Type: Full-time, On-site (9/80 schedule –every other Friday off)
Compensation: $150K–$200K base + performance bonus
Clearance Requirement: Must be a U.S. Citizen (due to government contracts);eligible for SECRET clearance
Travel: Minimal
Relocation Assistance: Available Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior UAV Software Developer to contribute to the design, integration, and performance optimization of advanced unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) software systems. This role plays a critical part in enhancing the autonomy, reliability, and flight capabilities of next-generation UAV platforms. You will work closely with engineering teams to integrate avionics, support autonomous missions, and optimize real-time system performance.
Key Responsibilities
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Contribute to the development and integration of flight software for autonomous UAV operations, including testing, tuning, and support during flight missions.
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Enhance software performance for real-time operation, safety, and mission-critical reliability.
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Integrate flight control systems with various onboard payloads such as Lidar, EO/IR, hyperspectral sensors, and other electro-mechanical subsystems.
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Work with avionics communication standards including ARINC 429, ARINC 664, and MIL-STD-1553.
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Support telemetry systems to facilitate data transmission, including vehicle health, mission data, and configuration state to ground systems.
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Participate in flight test operations, including both autonomous and remote-controlled modes.
Core Competencies
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Collaborate closely with systems engineers and hardware teams to support the successful deployment of UAV systems.
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Analyze test and flight data to improve control algorithms and overall aircraft performance.
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Tune autopilot software using real-world performance feedback and simulation tools.
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Maintain a proactive approach to continuous improvement, troubleshooting, and system refinement.
Desired Qualifications
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5–8 years of professional experience in UAV software development, embedded systems, or aerospace software engineering.
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
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Hands-on experience with flight control systems such as Pixhawk, ArduPilot, or similar platforms.
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Proficiency in C++, Python, or comparable programming languages.
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Strong knowledge of Linux-based environments and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
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Experience with flight data analysis, debugging, and system-level troubleshooting.
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Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a cross-functional engineering team.
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Familiarity with standard productivity tools (e.G., Microsoft Office Suite).
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