Job Description:

• Lead the design and development of new and existing UAV payloads consisting of mechanical and electrical components.
• Work with relevant stakeholders to develop the functional requirements for new payloads.
• Utilise CAD software and other engineering tools to develop 3D models, conduct simulations, and perform analyses to ensure robust, safe and functional products.
• Utilise software programming to ensure safety and functional requirements are maintained and controllable by the operator.
• Create and oversee the test and evaluation process ensuring they meet the highest performance and quality standards.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and documentation, including engineering calculations, test methodologies, and validation procedures to provide a thorough understanding of the systems.
• Collaborate with Operations for feedback and continuous improvement.

• Lead the assembly of UAV payloads for production and ensure all quality control procedures are met.
• Use in-house 3D printing and other outsourced manufacturing services for required components.
• Lead the team to continuously improve quality, equipment and processes throughout the manufacturing cycle.
• Efficiently manage and monitor inventory of spare parts, tools, and equipment essential for aircraft and payload repairs and maintenance.
• Provide the operational team technical support with aircraft and payloads through on-site or on-call support, clear documentation for field operational troubleshooting, and engineered solutions.
• Provide the sales and marketing team technical support through technical data sheets and key specifications relevant to the clientele.
• Conduct sourcing, selection, specification and integration with new and existing suppliers and vendors while maintaining a professional and long lasting relationship.
• Lead the technical and operational testing and evaluation process for new, improved or existing products and processes to build out the Infravision product ecosystem.
• Lead the capture of field data and operator feedback to guide the product development requirements and improvements.
• Support the primary maintainers with high level repairs and maintenance through communication with OEM’s and diagnosing and resolving technical issues, encompassing both hardware and software aspects, ensuring seamless functionality.
• Conduct root cause analysis to maintain a high rate of serviceability to aircraft and payloads.
• Manage the respective projects across Infravision’s UAS portfolio through close liaison with external vendors and Infravision’s business unit