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UAV Hardware engineer - Fixed Wing VTOL Drones
SpectX B.V.
About the role
As a UAV Hardware Engineer at SpectX, you will: Define and review system-level requirements for fixed wing VTOL drones Develop aerodynamic and mechanical designs, from initial concepts to finalized CAD models. Select, procure, and integrate hardware components Integrate and configure the PX4 flight controller stack, including hardware/software interfaces. Conduct ground testing of propulsion, sensors, and VTOL transition systems. Perform flight testing in hover, fixed-wing, and VTOL transition modes. Analyze test data, evaluate performance, and refine system configurations. Document designs, test results, and integration workflows for reuse across projects.
What you'll bring
MSc in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field. Strong experience with (fixed wing) aerodynamic design, CAD modeling, and hardware integration. Hands-on experience assembling and testing fixed wing UAVs Familiarity with open-source autopilot stacks (PX4, Ardupilot, etc.). Proficiency with hardware testing tools and methods (motor thrust stands, sensor calibration). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a structured engineering approach.
Nice to have
Experience with lightweight composite structures and UAV prototyping. Knowledge of power systems, batteries, and thermal management for UAVs. Exposure to safety-critical design, redundancy, and failsafe protocols. Experience with UAV flight testing campaigns and data post-processing. Familiarity with avionics integration, C2 links, or ROS2-based system architectures. Driver license Drone pilot license
What's on offer
A competitve salary 7.69% holiday allowence XX days of paid leave The option to get your drone pilot license Do you fit the requirements and are you looking for drone hardware jobs in the Netherlands? Please apply through the website’s career page:
About the company
SpectX designs and builds autonomous inspection systems for hard to reach infrastructure. We are now looking for a UAV hardware engineer that is experienced in developing fixed wing VTOLs. The new hardware engineer should manage the full design cycle, from requirement definition to flight testing.