Overview
Location: Los Angeles, CA or Vancouver, BC
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Depends on experience and location
About Kyte Dynamics: We’re redefining what’s possible in the sky. Our next-gen aerial vehicle architecture unlocks safe, ultra-precise access to people and infrastructure even in high gust conditions. From lightning-fast food and medical delivery to cutting-edge industrial applications, we're building the future of airborne operations. Trusted by iconic brands. Backed by world-class investors. Join us as we build this new industry called aerial robotics.
About the Role: We are seeking a Senior Mechatronics Engineer with a strong multidisciplinary background spanning electrical, mechanical, and embedded systems. This role combines circuit design, mechanical integration, and embedded software development to deliver reliable, high-performance drone platforms for mission-critical applications. You’ll be a key driver of our aerial robotics program—developing and integrating avionics, power systems, structural components, and embedded software. Ideal candidates are hands-on engineers with strong system-level thinking and experience building robust, fault-tolerant platforms for real-world deployment in aerospace, robotics, or industrial environments.
What You’ll Do
- Design, simulate, and implement digital and analog circuits using Altium Designer
- Develop mechanical subsystems and support system integration using CAD tools and rapid prototyping techniques
- Create detailed schematics and multilayer PCB layouts with attention to EMI/EMC, signal integrity, and manufacturability
- Develop and debug embedded software in C/C++ for flight controllers, sensor interfaces, and motor control
- Integrate electrical, mechanical, and embedded systems into complete flight-capable platforms
- Collaborate cross-functionally with software, autonomy, and manufacturing teams to bring up, validate, and iterate on drone hardware
- Document design specifications, integration plans, and test procedures for validation and flight readiness
- Contribute to and support hardened and/or redundant architectures for high-reliability aerial operations
What You’ll Need
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering discipline
- 5+ years of experience in cross-functional hardware development (mechanical, electrical, and embedded systems)
- Proficiency in Altium Designer and embedded C/C++ development
- Experience with CAD tools for mechanical design and integration
- Strong understanding of embedded systems, microcontrollers, sensors, actuators, and power systems
- Experience with flight controller platforms (e.g., PX4, Pixhawk) and common communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet)
- Hands-on experience with prototyping, debugging, and testing integrated hardware systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with autonomous aerial systems, drones, or robotics
- Background in designing for safety-critical or high-reliability systems (e.g., aerospace, automotive, defense)
- Familiarity with RTOS environments and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing
- Understanding of fault-tolerant design, FMEA, or environmental testing standards
- Experience taking systems from concept to flight-tested deployments
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary: depends on experience and location
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
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Senior Mechatronics Engineer employer: Kyte Dynamics | Aerial Robotics Co.
Join us in shaping the future of aerial robotics as an Embedded Firmware and Controls Engineer, where innovation meets opportunity. Our dynamic work culture fosters collaboration and creativity, providing you with the chance to grow your skills while working on cutting-edge technology that impacts real-world applications. Located in a vibrant tech hub, we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment that encourages professional development and meaningful contributions to the industry.
Contact Details:
Kyte Dynamics | Aerial Robotics Co. Recruitment Team
