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Engineering20 open
Aerodynamics/Mechanical EngineerYou'll support the aerodynamic and mechanical development of uncrewed aircraft.
What you’ll do
- Develop aerodynamic layouts and assess performance against system requirements.
- Use analysis, simulation, and test results to compare design alternatives and options.
- Design mechanical components and interfaces in collaboration with structural and manufacturing engineers.
- Prepare models, drawings, and technical reports for design reviews and fabrication.
- Support prototype integration and testing, investigate discrepancies, and recommend design improvements.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience in aerodynamics, mechanical design, or both.
- Working knowledge of the analysis methods, design tools, and engineering calculations used in your primary discipline.
- Ability to interpret test data and explain design assumptions and limitations.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience in both aerodynamics and mechanical design.
- Experience with uncrewed aircraft or other lightweight vehicles.
- Experience with computational fluid dynamics, prototype development, or experimental testing.
Avionics/Control Hardware EngineerYou'll integrate onboard electronics and control hardware for uncrewed aircraft.
What you’ll do
- Define avionics arrangements and electrical and data interfaces.
- Develop and integrate control hardware, sensors, and onboard electronic equipment.
- Prepare wiring information, interface specifications, and integration records.
- Conduct bench and system tests, investigate faults, and verify corrective changes.
- Coordinate avionics interfaces with software, communications, power, and mechanical engineers.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience in avionics integration, control hardware, or both.
- Working knowledge of onboard electronics, sensors, wiring, and data interfaces.
- Ability to interpret schematics and use bench instruments to troubleshoot integrated systems.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience in both avionics integration and control hardware.
- Experience with uncrewed aircraft or embedded control systems.
- Experience with integration testing, instrumentation, or environmental testing.
Communications/Software EngineerYou'll develop communications systems and integration software for uncrewed systems.
What you’ll do
- Define communications interfaces and evaluate equipment against system requirements.
- Develop software for communications interfaces, data handling, and equipment integration.
- Integrate communications hardware and software with onboard and ground systems.
- Plan and conduct communications tests, analyze results, and troubleshoot faults.
- Maintain interface descriptions, software versions, and technical records.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience in communications systems, software development, or both.
- Working knowledge of communications technologies used in uncrewed systems or software development methods relevant to system integration.
- Ability to test and troubleshoot communications equipment or software interfaces within your primary discipline.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience in both communications systems and software development.
- Experience with telemetry, embedded systems, or remote monitoring.
- Experience with field testing and automated test or diagnostic tools.
Control Hardware/Power Electronics EngineerYou'll develop control hardware and power electronics for uncrewed systems.
What you’ll do
- Develop electronic circuits and interfaces for control and power functions.
- Evaluate components and prepare schematics, design calculations, and technical specifications.
- Integrate sensors, actuators, controllers, and power supplies with the wider system.
- Support prototype assembly and bench testing, investigate faults, and improve designs.
- Document design changes, test results, and integration requirements.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience in control hardware, power electronics, or both.
- Working knowledge of circuit design and the electronic interfaces or power conversion and distribution methods relevant to your primary discipline.
- Ability to use electronic design tools and bench instruments for development and troubleshooting.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience in both control hardware and power electronics.
- Experience with embedded hardware, PCB development, or motor-control electronics.
- Experience with environmental testing or electromagnetic compatibility considerations.
Materials EngineerYou'll support product development and build our in-house composites capability.
What you’ll do
- Select and evaluate composite materials, resins, adhesives, and fabrication processes.
- Collaborate with design engineers on material and laminate specifications.
- Develop fabrication instructions, inspection criteria, and material traceability practices.
- Support prototype fabrication, troubleshoot defects, and recommend process improvements.
- Plan material and process tests, analyze results, and document findings.
- Evaluate suppliers, tooling, and equipment against technical requirements.
- Lead our in-house composites training.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Composites engineering experience, including hands-on fabrication and troubleshooting.
- Working knowledge of polymer-matrix composites, laminate construction, material compatibility, and common defects.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience with aerospace or other performance-critical composite structures.
- Experience in process development, composite inspection, or testing.
Mechanical Engineer/Naval ArchitectYou'll support mechanical and vessel design for uncrewed marine systems.
What you’ll do
- Develop hull arrangements and assess stability, buoyancy, and weight distribution.
- Design mechanical arrangements, equipment mounts, and structural interfaces.
- Prepare drawings, calculations, and technical specifications for design reviews and supplier coordination.
- Coordinate hull and equipment interfaces with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers.
- Support inspections, integration, and trials, and investigate design discrepancies.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience in mechanical design, naval architecture, or both.
- Working knowledge of mechanical design principles or vessel arrangements, hydrostatics, and stability, according to your primary discipline.
- Ability to use CAD and engineering calculations to develop and check designs.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience in both mechanical design and naval architecture.
- Experience with small craft, composite hulls, or uncrewed surface vessels.
- Experience with hull suppliers, prototype integration, or sea trials.
Software/Test EngineerYou'll support software development and system-level verification for uncrewed systems.
What you’ll do
- Develop and maintain software against defined requirements and interfaces.
- Create software test procedures and automated tests that check expected behavior and failure handling.
- Plan and perform system-level verification, integration tests, and field test campaigns against specified system requirements.
- Integrate software with hardware and other system components.
- Reproduce defects, investigate causes, and verify corrections.
- Maintain versioned code, reproducible builds, release records, and test reports.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience in software development, system-level verification and testing, or both.
- Working knowledge of software development tools or verification methods and test instrumentation relevant to your primary discipline.
- Ability to translate requirements into maintainable code or verifiable test procedures, according to your primary discipline.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience in both software development and system-level verification and testing.
- Experience with embedded software, device interfaces, or real-time systems.
- Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing or test automation.
Structural/Test EngineerYou'll support structural development and system-level verification for uncrewed systems.
What you’ll do
- Develop structural concepts, load cases, and component designs.
- Perform calculations and simulations to assess strength, stiffness, and weight.
- Prepare structural drawings and coordinate material and manufacturing requirements.
- Plan structural verification activities and support test setup and execution.
- Plan and perform system-level verification, integration tests, and field test campaigns against specified system requirements.
- Compare test results with predictions, investigate discrepancies, and document design changes.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience in structural engineering, system-level verification and testing, or both.
- Working knowledge of structural analysis or engineering test methods relevant to your primary discipline.
- Ability to use design tools, analysis tools, or test data to assess engineering performance within your primary discipline.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience in both structural engineering and system-level verification and testing.
- Experience with composite structures, lightweight assemblies, or uncrewed systems.
- Experience with finite element analysis and physical structural testing.
Production and field7 open
Composites/Inspection TechnicianYou'll support composite part fabrication and inspection.
What you’ll do
- Prepare molds, materials, and work areas for composite fabrication.
- Perform assigned layup, curing, trimming, and finishing tasks under technical guidance.
- Inspect parts against defined criteria and report defects or process deviations.
- Record material usage, fabrication conditions, and inspection results.
- Maintain tools and work areas, and follow safe material-handling practices.
- Participate in practical training and perform assigned tasks after the required competence checks.
Required
- Strong experience in composite fabrication, inspection, or both.
- Ability to follow work instructions, handle materials carefully, and maintain accurate records.
- Willingness to develop skills in the other paired discipline.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- TESDA Process Inspection NC II certification.
- Documented completion of training in Boat Building (Composite Materials) Level II based on TESDA competency standards.
- Experience in both composite fabrication and inspection.
- Technical or vocational training in manufacturing or a related trade.
- Experience with fiberglass, carbon fiber, resins, mold preparation, or part finishing.
Electrical/Field Support TechnicianYou'll support electrical assembly, troubleshooting, and field testing.
What you’ll do
- Assemble wiring harnesses, install electrical components, and connect equipment using approved instructions.
- Perform continuity checks and assigned bench tests, and record results.
- Assist engineers in diagnosing wiring, connection, and equipment faults.
- Prepare electrical equipment and test instruments for field activities.
- Support tests and trials, report anomalies, and maintain assembly and repair records.
Required
- Strong experience in electrical or electronic assembly, field support, or both.
- Ability to follow technical instructions and use the tools and test instruments relevant to your primary discipline.
- Working knowledge of safe electrical work practices and careful equipment handling.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- TESDA Electronic Products Assembly and Servicing NC II or Mechatronics Servicing NC II certification.
- Experience in both electrical/electronic assembly and field support.
- Experience with harness fabrication, soldering, or electronic equipment troubleshooting.
- Experience supporting prototype integration or field testing.
Mechanical/Field Support TechnicianYou'll support prototype fabrication, assembly, and field testing.
What you’ll do
- Fabricate, fit, and assemble mechanical parts using drawings and work instructions.
- Install equipment and check alignment, fastening, and fit.
- Prepare prototypes, tools, and support equipment for laboratory and field activities.
- Assist engineers during tests and trials, record observations, and report defects.
- Perform assigned maintenance and repairs, and maintain workshop tools and records.
Required
- Strong experience in mechanical fabrication and assembly, field support, or both.
- Ability to follow technical instructions and use the tools and equipment relevant to your primary discipline.
- Ability to prepare equipment, identify faults, and maintain accurate work records.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- TESDA Machining NC II or Mechatronics Servicing NC II certification.
- Experience in both mechanical fabrication/assembly and field support.
- Experience with prototype development, machining, or equipment maintenance.
- Experience supporting vehicle tests, demonstrations, or field trials.
Technical Documentation and Inspection TechnicianYou'll prepare usable technical instructions and maintain reliable inspection records.
What you’ll do
- Prepare and update manuals, work instructions, and training materials using approved technical content.
- Maintain document identifiers, revisions, and release records.
- Inspect materials, parts, and assemblies against defined criteria within assigned competence.
- Record inspection results, flag nonconformities, and track disposition records.
- Support technical training and demonstrations, and collect feedback to improve instructions.
- Coordinate with engineers to resolve unclear instructions and missing inspection evidence.
Required
- Strong experience in technical documentation, inspection, or both.
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
- Ability to produce clear technical documentation or accurate inspection records, according to your primary discipline.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- TESDA Process Inspection NC II certification.
- Experience in both technical documentation and inspection.
- Experience preparing equipment manuals, visual instructions, or training materials.
- Experience with measuring instruments, manufacturing inspection, or quality records.
Project management2 open
Project ManagerYou'll manage concurrent engineering development Projects and their delivery commitments.
What you’ll do
- Develop and maintain deliverable-based work plans, schedules, and resource requirements.
- Coordinate technical contributors, suppliers, and shared resources across assigned projects.
- Track costs, risks, issues, and changes, and escalate decisions outside assigned authority.
- Coordinate design reviews, customer submissions, trials, and deliveries with lead engineers.
- Maintain progress reports and forecasts, and follow corrective actions through to completion.
Required
- Experience managing engineering or product-development projects with overlapping deadlines.
- Experience coordinating suppliers and multidisciplinary technical teams.
- Ability to maintain schedules, assess resource conflicts, and report delivery risks clearly.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Relevant education in engineering, project management, or a related field.
- Experience with prototype development, manufacturing coordination, or customer acceptance activities.
Business and administration4 open
Business Development OfficerYou'll identify business opportunities and develop Customer relationships for SkyViper.
What you’ll do
- Identify prospective customers, partners, and opportunities aligned with the organization’s capabilities.
- Research customer needs, market conditions, and competing offerings.
- Arrange customer meetings, present capabilities, and maintain follow-up actions.
- Coordinate with engineering and management to assess opportunity fit and prepare proposals and quotations.
- Support bid submissions and commercial discussions within assigned authority.
- Maintain opportunity records, track proposal status, and report progress and next actions.
- Coordinate the handover of confirmed customer requirements and commitments to the delivery team.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in business development, sales, or account management.
- Experience identifying prospects, preparing proposals, and following opportunities through the sales process.
- Ability to understand technical offerings and explain their value to customers.
- Strong presentation, proposal-writing, and relationship-management skills.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience selling engineering, manufacturing, technology products, or technical services.
- Experience with institutional customers, bid preparation, or partner development.
- Experience using customer relationship management systems and maintaining a sales pipeline.
Cost Accounting Manager / SupervisorYou'll maintain reliable product and project cost information for planning and financial control.
What you’ll do
- Develop and maintain cost records for materials, labor, overhead, and outsourced work.
- Prepare product and project cost reports, and analyze differences between estimated, budgeted, and actual costs.
- Review inventory movements, work in progress, and completed-product costs, and reconcile them with accounting records.
- Coordinate inventory counts and investigate discrepancies with purchasing, stores, and production staff.
- Review costing methods and overhead allocations, and recommend improvements to cost accuracy and controls.
- Coordinate period-end cost accounting activities and review supporting schedules and reconciliations.
- Provide cost analysis for quotations, budgets, and purchasing or production decisions.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Management Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in cost accounting.
- Working knowledge of inventory costing, material and labor costs, overhead allocation, and variance analysis.
- Proficiency in spreadsheets and accounting or inventory systems.
- Ability to review accounting work, reconcile records, and explain cost findings clearly.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience in manufacturing, engineering projects, or prototype development.
- Experience supervising accounting staff or coordinating period-end costing activities.
- Experience implementing or improving costing processes and enterprise resource planning systems.
HR Supervisor / Recruitment SpecialistYou'll run HR operations and recruit qualified staff for SkyViper.
What you’ll do
- Coordinate recruitment from vacancy preparation and candidate sourcing to interviews, selection follow-up, and onboarding.
- Work with department heads to define role requirements and prioritize hiring needs.
- Screen applications, conduct initial interviews, and coordinate technical assessments with qualified staff.
- Prepare employment documents for approval and maintain accurate, confidential personnel records.
- Coordinate attendance, leave, benefits administration, and payroll inputs with the responsible staff.
- Address routine employee concerns, coordinate HR activities, and escalate matters requiring management decisions.
- Track recruitment progress and recommend improvements to sourcing and HR workflows.
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in HR operations, recruitment, or both.
- Working knowledge of recruitment processes, employee records, and HR administration.
- Ability to assess candidates against defined requirements and coordinate multiple hiring priorities.
- Ability to handle confidential information accurately and professionally.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Experience recruiting engineers, technicians, or other specialist positions.
- Experience supervising HR staff or coordinating HR operations in a growing organization.
- Experience with applicant tracking systems, HR information systems, or recruitment reporting.
Purchasing / Admin / Office AssistantYou'll support purchasing transactions and keep office activities and records organized.
What you’ll do
- Obtain supplier quotations and prepare comparisons of price, availability, and delivery terms.
- Prepare purchase requests and orders for approval, and track orders through delivery.
- Coordinate with technical staff on specifications and with receiving staff on quantities and discrepancies.
- Maintain supplier records, purchasing files, delivery documents, and office-supply records.
- Compile invoices and supporting documents for payment processing by accounting.
- Coordinate appointments, correspondence, filing, and routine office arrangements.
- Assist with recruitment scheduling, onboarding documents, and other defined administrative workflows.
Required
- Minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in purchasing, administration, office support, or a combination of these areas.
- Experience handling supplier quotations, transaction documents, or organized office records.
- Proficiency in spreadsheets, word processing, email, and digital filing.
- Ability to track deadlines, follow up on pending transactions, and identify missing or inconsistent information.
- Ability to handle confidential records and maintain accurate documentation.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred
- Degree or diploma in Business Administration, Office Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Experience purchasing engineering materials, tools, equipment, or workshop supplies.
- Experience with inventory or purchasing systems and coordination across suppliers, technical staff, and accounting.
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