The opportunity[1]

We are looking for a talented and driven Drone Systems Engineer to become part of our team. The successful candidate will possess expertise in drone integration, flight testing, and type certification, coupled with a solid foundation in engineering workflows and adherence to industry standards. This position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to conduct maintenance services, test, and be a part of operations team to enhance unmanned aerial systems (UAS) while fostering innovation in UAV technology.

About Infravision[2]

Infravision is a high growth technology enabled services company specializing in aerial robotics and software solutions for the transmission industry with a focus on increasing grid capacity and automating power line construction. Infravision’s mission is to deliver solutions to modernize and decarbonise the power grid and accelerate the world’s transition to renewable energy transition. Trusted by some of the world’s largest electric utility companies, Infravision’s technologies and services are at the cutting edge of transmission and power grid modernization and digitisation. This is an exciting time to join Infravision as we are scaling our business globally. Infravision operates across Australia, the United States of America and most recently India. There are lots of opportunities for you to have an influence and impact from day one. At Infravision we aim to have a positive impact on our people, customers and the environment.

Why work for Infravision[3]

● Join a mission driven organization and make a meaningful impact on climate change and decarbonising the global electric grid.

● Competitive salary and benefits.

● Equity Ownership. Our employees are able to participate in the Company’s employee share option plan and share in the benefits of growing a successful technology company.

● Collaborative and energizing environment. We have an enjoyable, dynamic and collaborative work environment.

What you’ll do[4]

Lead line-stringing construction projects to ensure the agreed scope is delivered within budget, quality and customer expectations.

Field / Mobilized / Project Operations

• Assist the Fleet Manager activities and make sure the Air Ops equipments are kept to meet the global standards kept by Infravision.
• Operate UAS in active construction environments when required, ensuring safe flight operations and mission success is achieved
• Upgrade and integrate drone systems, ensuring optimal functionality of sensors, controllers, and communication modules as per the required maintenance raised by the operations team.
• Conduct flight testing to evaluate performance, stability, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Work in remote environments, interstate and internationally.
• Operate and maintain Infravision proprietary construction equipment machinery and field robotics including drone payloads, winches, puller / tensioners.
• Partake in daily site meetings, noting instructions from site management, crew leaders and others regarding planned tasks.
• Plan and prepare for upcoming work, assuming responsibility for assigned equipment.
• Actively participate in hazard identification, reporting and mitigation in the workplace.
• Demonstrate initiative by seeking additional work if tasks are completed.
• Analyze telemetry data and flight logs to identify and resolve performance issues.

Office Based Operations

• Assist the Fleet Manager activities and make sure the Air Ops equipments are kept to meet the global standards kept by Infravision.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including manuals, standard operating procedures, and compliance reports as per the standards.
• Upgrade and integrate drone systems, ensuring optimal functionality of sensors, controllers, and communication modules as per the required maintenance raised by the operations team.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards by conducting risk assessments and implementing quality assurance processes.
• Partake in daily site meetings, noting instructions from site management, crew leaders and others regarding planned tasks.
• Plan and prepare for upcoming work, assuming responsibility for assigned equipment.
• Actively participate in hazard identification, reporting and mitigation in the workplace.
• Conduct planning and preparation for upcoming projects and work activities.
• Review and collaborate on the development of Infravision operational documentation.

Company Expectations

• Able to enthusiastically operate in construction environments in a range of conditions to deliver field services
• Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and occasionally internationally
• Work with ‘quality first mindset’ to ensure seamless execution of end-to-end drone operations processes.
• Coordinate with teams to define testing criteria and ensure compliance with certification requirements.
• Maintain a current driver’s license with no restrictions
• Maintain a current passport with no restrictions
• Able to enthusiastically operate in construction environments in a range of conditions to deliver field services
• Ability to comply with Infravision’s Drug and Alcohol Policy
• A commitment to demonstrating and operating to the highest level of safety and quality
• Professional spoken and written interpersonal communication skills
• A determination to work with and contribute to diverse teams
• A determination to represent Infravision’s company values

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications and Experience

● Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering, or a related field with 2 years of experience.

● Experience in Drone engineering, including system integration, flight testing.

● Experience in the type certification process and guidelines provided by the DGCA.

● Hands-on experience with Pixhawk, Ardupilot, Mission planner, QGC and UAV communication protocols.

● Proficiency in systems engineering, validation & verification (V&V), risk assessment, and standards compliance.

● Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to facilitate clear and concise information exchange among teams.