Benefits:
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Drone Systems Engineer
Location: Lafayette, LA Position Type: Full-Time
About DMR Technologies
DMR Technologies designs and manufactures advanced unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) supporting agriculture, public safety, critical infrastructure, and defense. Our products combine mechanical engineering, electrical systems, embedded electronics, software, manufacturing, and autonomous technologies into complete drone platforms built in the United States. We’re seeking a Drone Systems Engineer who enjoys building products, solving technical challenges, and working across engineering disciplines to deliver reliable systems from concept through production.
Position Summary
The Drone Systems Engineer serves as the bridge between mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing, and flight operations teams. This role is responsible for integrating subsystems into complete aircraft, validating performance, solving technical issues, and continuously improving DMR's products throughout their lifecycle. This position is ideal for engineers who enjoy hands-on product development and are energized by seeing their work deployed in real-world environments.
Responsibilities
Integrate mechanical, electrical, software, and communications systems into complete drone platforms
Build, troubleshoot, and validate engineering prototypes
Plan and execute laboratory and flight testing
Analyze test data and recommend design improvements
Support payload integration, avionics, sensors, and communication systems
Create and maintain engineering documentation, Bills of Material, and assembly procedures
Collaborate with manufacturing to improve product quality and production efficiency
Support root cause investigations and corrective actions
Participate in customer demonstrations and field evaluations as needed
Mentor engineering interns and support junior technical staff
Evaluate emerging technologies that improve DMR products and engineering processes
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related field
3–6 years of engineering experience involving robotics, UAVs, aerospace, industrial automation, or electromechanical products
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
Comfortable working in both office and production environments
Preferred Technical Experience
Experience with several of the following:
SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software
UAV flight controllers and avionics
Electrical integration and wiring
Sensor and payload integration
Battery and power systems
Manufacturing and Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
Python, JavaScript, or scripting languages
Git and engineering documentation tools
AI-assisted engineering and development tools
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (preferred)
What Success Looks Like
Successful Drone Systems Engineers think beyond individual components and understand how complete systems work together. They are comfortable reviewing CAD models, troubleshooting hardware, supporting manufacturing, participating in flight tests, and collaborating with software developers to solve integration challenges. They are builders, problem solvers, and continuous learners who enjoy seeing products move rapidly from concept to customer deployment.
Why Join DMR?
At DMR, you'll have the opportunity to influence products from the earliest design stages through production and customer deployment. Rather than working on a single subsystem, you'll collaborate across engineering disciplines while helping develop the next generation of American-made unmanned aircraft systems.