Our client, based in Ballito, is seeking a Drone Engineer / Technician to build, assemble, program, and test their proprietary range of drones.
The successful candidate will contribute to research and development, rapid prototyping, and independently design and implement innovative technical solutions.
Critical skills:
Basic understanding of electrical circuits
Basic knowledge and use of hand tools
Strong problem solving ability
Ability to read and understand product datasheets
Desirable Traits:
Previous work as an electrical technician
Previous experience in a machine shop
Understanding of different communication protocols (PWM, SBUS, I2C, UART, CANBus etc.)
Previous use of one or more fight control software (BetaFlight, Ardupilot, INAV etc.)
Exposure to drones/RC vehicles in either a private or professional capacity
Design experience using one or more forms of CAD software (Solidworks, Fusion, Inventor etc.)
Previous experience in 3D printing
Experience in circuit board repair or design
Experience with Arduino/ ESP32 programming and prototyping