Mission Engineer - Air Systems

• Deploy, operate, and maintain UAS, USV, UUV, and UGV platforms in the field
• Support mission execution involving autonomous and semi-autonomous systems
• Configure, operate, and troubleshoot autonomy and autopilot hardware/software in real-time operational conditions
• Perform systems integration, pre-mission checks, and post-mission analysis
• Maintain and repair vehicle systems, payloads, and supporting ground equipment
• Operate systems in environments with limited infrastructure, communications, or support
• Provide detailed operational feedback to engineering teams to improve system performance and reliability
• Support business development engagements, demonstrations, customer evaluations, training events, and deployments
• Travel to test sites, customer locations, and operational environments
• Represent ASR professionally with customers, partners, and government stakeholders

• 5+ years of hands-on experience deploying, operating, or maintaining unmanned systems (UAS, USV, UUV, UGV)

• Experience operating systems in austere field and/or maritime operational environments
• Strong mechanical, electrical, or systems troubleshooting skills
• Comfort working independently with limited oversight
• Ability to remain calm and effective under operational pressure
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently, sometimes on short notice

• Military experience operating, maintaining, or deploying unmanned systems in land, air, or maritime domains
• Experience with autonomous or semi-autonomous vehicle operations
• Experience supporting defense, maritime, aerospace, or safety-critical commercial operations
• Familiarity with command-and-control systems, mission planning software, or autonomy platforms
• Experience working in classified, export-controlled, or government-adjacent environments
• U.S. security clearance or ability to obtain one

• Ability to travel, including international travel
• Ability to work irregular hours in support of field operations and deployments
• Ability to lift, transport, and operate heavy field equipment as required

This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check.

Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law.

Red Cat Holdings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Successful candidates for positions subject to ITAR/EAR restrictions must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence and must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization.

The company participates E-Verify ensure eligibility for employment and compliance with Right to Work rules.

Base pay, plus generous annual equity package and potential bonuses.