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Software Engineer - UAS Ground Control & Autopilot Integration

Infravision Austin, TX

Austin, TX

Today

Full time APIs Ardupilot Autopilot Automation

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Job Description

Infravision is hiring a Software Engineer to support UAS ground control and flight-side integration for real-world testing and operations. This role focuses on building the Ground Control Station, creating flight controller scripting, and integrating with ArduPilot, with an emphasis on reliable communications and practical tooling for flight log analysis.

Based in Austin, TX, this onsite position requires 3+ years of professional software development experience. You will work across systems that connect the Ground Control Station, the autopilot, and onboard components, implementing and debugging the interfaces that enable safe mission execution.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the Ground Control Station, including the C++ core and the JavaScript/React UI.
Write and maintain Lua scripts to support payload control, mission automation, and safety logic.
Extend ArduPilot via custom firmware builds, parameter management, and feature enablement.
Implement and debug MAVLink protocols between the GCS, the autopilot, and onboard systems.
Build internal tooling for flight log analysis and support flight testing by reproducing issues, reviewing logs, and delivering fixes.

Requirements

3–5 years of professional software development experience.
Strong proficiency in C++ and JavaScript, with experience building user interfaces using React.
Experience with ArduPilot, PX4, MAVLink, or other flight software ecosystems is highly desirable.
Strong engineering fundamentals, including Git, debugging, testing, and writing maintainable code.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Technology Stack

C++, JavaScript, React
Lua, ArduPilot, MAVLink
PX4, Git

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with traditional pre-tax and Roth contribution options, plus a 100% company match on employee contributions up to 4% of eligible compensation.
Paid time off and company-observed holidays.
Professional development and advancement opportunities.

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1d ago

Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Embedded Software Engineer

Aerovel Corporation Bingen, WA

Bingen, WA

1d ago

$81k - $114k/yr Full time Avionics Developer Embedded Linux

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Job Description

Aerovel Corporation is hiring an Embedded Software Engineer to help build embedded flight software and a Ground Control Station (GCS) for UAV and UAS systems. This onsite role in Bingen, WA combines real-time development, communication and telemetry work, and hands-on testing and integration with hardware and systems teams. The position focuses on writing reliable, maintainable software that supports both new platform bring-up and ongoing support of existing embedded and ground control systems.

What you’ll be doing

Design, implement, and maintain embedded software for UAV flight platforms
Support development of Ground Control Station (GCS) software, including user interfaces, telemetry, and mission tools
Develop real-time flight software, including control loops, sensor drivers, and mission logic
Implement and test communication protocols including UART, CAN, TCP/IP, UDP, and serial
Create and support software tools for UAV system configuration
Build embedded Linux modules and system services, including process management, device interfaces, and inter-process communication
Support testing and debugging in lab environments and during field flight tests
Collaborate with hardware, electrical, and systems engineers to bring up and integrate new UAV platforms
Document internal designs, software architecture, and interfaces to support maintainability and team alignment
Maintain and support existing embedded and ground control software, including related tools
Stay current with UAV industry developments and continuously grow your skillset
Collaborate with other software developers and regularly report on activities and progress

Skills and qualifications

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
2+ years of experience in embedded software development through industry roles or substantial project work
Experience with C++
Experience with Python
Familiarity with embedded Linux or real-time operating systems (RTOS)
Exposure to UAV flight control concepts, sensor integration, or telemetry systems
Experience using Git and development tools such as Gitlab or similar
Strong focus on clean, well-documented code with an emphasis on maintainability
Familiarity with modern UI software architecture and development practices (e.g., Qt, PyQt, or similar frameworks)
Ability to work legally in the US (valid work visa and work authorization)

Tools and technologies

C++, C, Python, MATLAB
UART, CAN, TCP/IP, UDP, serial
embedded Linux, RTOS
Git, Gitlab
Qt, PyQt
Inter-process communication

Compensation and benefits

$81,000 - $114,000 per year (actual minimum and maximum may vary based on geographic differential; individual pay based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors)
Incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
Retirement savings plan
Ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Paid time off including personal time, holidays, and a generous paid parental leave program
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, and other supplemental benefit coverages
Upskilling and development opportunities through global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses and options for accelerated development programmes and national/international mobility

Preferred background

M.S in Embedded System Engineering, Software Engineering, Control System Engineering
Experience with UAV autopilot software
Exposure to Ground Control Station software
Hands-on experience with UAV flight testing or platform integration
Awareness of aerospace safety standards or robust software validation practices
Basic understanding of aircraft systems, particularly guidance, navigation, and control (GNC)
Exposure to real-time operating systems (RTOS) and/or safety-critical software environments

Role details

Location: Bingen, WA (onsite)
Employment type: US - Direct Hire
Experience level: Professional
Remote type: On-site (95% onsite)
Job family: Software Engineering <JF-EN-EK>

Physical requirements

Vision: able to see and read computer screens and electronic equipment with screens; read documents, reports, and engineering drawings daily
Hearing: able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone; hear safety warnings or alarms daily
Speaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings; deliver information and participate in communications daily
Equipment operation: able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools; may include production tools such as hydraulic lifts daily
Carrying/Lifting: able to carry or lift documents, tools, drawings, and electronic equipment up to 30 lbs / 14 kg daily
Pushing/Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment/tools daily
Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings and work on the computer daily
Squatting/Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving
Standing/Walking: able to stand for discussions on the production floor and walk through office/production areas including uneven surfaces daily
Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice several times a month
PPE: Required PPE includes Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site; for administrative position shop floor visits, steel-toed shoes are required, and appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required

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2mo ago

Software Engineer – C++ / Qt Desktop Applications

Alare Technologies, LLC Moorpark, CA

Moorpark, CA

2mo ago Closed

$110k - $155k/yr Full time C++ C++ Language Developer

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 15, 2026).

Job Description

Alare Technologies, LLC is seeking a Software Engineer to help build and maintain desktop Ground Control Station software used for UAV operations. This onsite role in Moorpark, CA focuses on creating reliable operator workflows and integrating low-latency telemetry, video, and UAV command functionality for customers and internal flight test teams.

What you’ll work on

Develop and maintain C++ / Qt / QML ground control software for UAV operations.
Design and enhance UI workflows for mission planning, vehicle status, telemetry visualization, video display, payload control, alerts, and logging.
Build and maintain MAVLink integration for telemetry, command interfaces, mission workflows, and custom protocol extensions.
Apply knowledge of low-latency video pipelines using FFmpeg, GStreamer, RTSP, and H.264/H.265 (or similar technologies).
Improve ground control software performance, reliability, and usability in flight-test and field conditions.
Collaborate with flight-test engineers and operators to reduce operator workload and improve mission success.
Support internal Python / Qt desktop automation tools, sensor validation, DAQ/test hardware, and engineering automation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (strongly preferred).
3+ years of strong C++ software engineering experience for desktop applications.
Experience with Qt, QML, Qt Widgets, or similar desktop UI frameworks.
Experience building Windows or cross-platform desktop applications.
Experience with networked, hardware-connected, or real-time data applications.
Familiarity with Git, CMake or similar build systems, code review, and software testing.
Experience with map-centric UIs, including GIS, offline maps, terrain data, and QGC map engines.
Familiarity with low-latency video technologies such as FFmpeg, GStreamer, RTSP, WebRTC, H.264/H.265, and KLV metadata.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (ITAR requirements).

Technologies you may use

C++, Qt, QML, Qt Widgets, MAVLink, FFmpeg, GStreamer, RTSP, H.264, H.265, Python, WebRTC, KLV metadata
Git, CMake
Windows, cross-platform desktop applications
UDP, TCP, IP-based protocols, GIS, QGC map engines

Compensation and benefits

Salary range: USD $110,000 - $155,000 per year.

401(k) 3% match
AD&D insurance
Dental, Disability, Health, Life, and Vision insurance
Employee assistance program
Paid holidays and Paid time off
Relocation assistance

Application questions

Describe a desktop application you’ve built in C++ and the specific components you worked on.
Please describe a UI you’ve developed for a complex application, including the frameworks or tools you used.
Please summarize your experience developing or troubleshooting networked systems (e.g., UDP, TCP, IP-based protocols). What components or features were you responsible for?

Location and work style

Work location: In person
Location: Moorpark, CA

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