Senior Engineer Electronics

Senior Electronics & Control Systems EngineerAbout AirBotixAirBotix is pioneering advanced aerial platforms and autonomous systems for defense, surveillance, and industrial applications. We develop cutting-edge solutions including tethered aerostats, UAVs, and integrated command & control systems.About the RoleWe're seeking an experienced Electronics & Control Systems Engineer to lead the design and development of ground control infrastructure, automation systems, and electronics integration across our product portfolio. You'll architect mission-critical control systems, design electronics subsystems, and develop operator interfaces for 24/7 autonomous operations.This role spans multiple platforms including tethered aerostats, UAV systems, and ground-based command & control stations.Core ResponsibilitiesElectronics Design & Integration● Power systems design: DC-DC converters, battery management, power distribution (12V-270V)● Circuit design: Analog/digital circuits, sensor interfaces, motor controllers● PCB design and prototyping for custom avionics and control boards● Thermal management and environmental hardening for field deployment● Cable harness design and connector selectionGround Control & Automation Systems● SCADA/HMI architecture: Multi-display operator interfaces, alarm management, data logging● Real-time control algorithms: PID tuning, automated sequences, state machine logic● PLC/DCS programming: Ladder logic, structured text, safety interlocks● Operational modes: Launch/recovery automation, emergency procedures, remote operations Sensors & Instrumentation● Required Sensor selection and integration● Data acquisition systems: Sampling rates, filtering, calibration protocols● Telemetry systems: Real-time monitoring, data recording (30+ days retention)● Video systems: IP cameras, PTZ tracking, ground-based surveillanceCommunications & Networking● RF data links: Link budget analysis, frequency planning, antenna selection● Serial protocols: RS-232/422/485, CAN bus, Modbus● Ethernet networks: Industrial switches, VLANs, fiber optics● Wireless systems: Wi-Fi, LTE/5GSafety & Compliance● Fail-safe system design and redundancy architecture● Aviation compliance: Navigation lights, transponders, obstacle marking● Lightning protection, grounding, and EMI/EMC design● Safety standards: IEC 61508, DO-178C (awareness level)Required QualificationsExperience: 5-8 years in electronics design, control systems, or automation engineeringMust have hands-on experience in TWO of these domains:Industrial Automation: SCADA/DCS systems, PLC programming, process controlElectronics Design: Power electronics, PCB design, embedded hardware, avionicsControl Systems: UAV/UAS ground stations, robotics, motion control, real-time systemsInstrumentation: Data acquisition, telemetry systems, sensor integration, test equipmentTechnical Skills (Core)● PLCs: Siemens (TIA Portal), Rockwell (Studio 5000), or CODESYS● HMI/SCADA: Wonderware, Ignition, WinCC, or similar● Electronics: Circuit design, PCB layout (Altium/KiCAD), power systems● Programming: C/C++, Python, or LabVIEW (Not Compulsory)● Protocols: Modbus, Profinet, CAN bus, Ethernet/IP, RS-485Nice to Have● MATLAB/Simulink for modeling and simulation● RF systems or wireless communication experience● Military/aerospace standards knowledge (MIL-STD-810, DO-160)● Embedded Linux or RTOS development● Experience with renewable energy or backup power systemsIdeal Candidate Background● UAV/drone systems (autopilots, ground control stations)● Industrial automation (manufacturing, oil & gas, power, water treatment)● Aerospace/defense (avionics, test equipment, launch systems)● Robotics or autonomous systems● Renewable energy systems (solar trackers, wind monitoring)