Avionics & Electrical Lead

AIRO Group Holdings, Inc. • Phoenix, AZ

7d

About The Position

Are you ready to architect mission-critical flight hardware that shapes global aerospace defense and autonomous aviation? Airo is seeking a high-impact Avionics & Electrical Engineering Lead to spearhead the next generation of advanced unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). In this role, you will lead end-to-end electrical architecture, rapid prototyping, and flight-critical systems integration from blank-canvas concept to active field deployment. Working at the intersection of defense modernization and commercial autonomy, you will mentor a fast-growing engineering team in a high-velocity, agile environment. If you thrive on turning ambitious concepts into rugged, mission-ready flight technology, this is your opportunity to define the future of aerial systems.

Requirements

• BS in Electrical/Computer Engineering with 8+ years designing and troubleshooting complex embedded systems.
• Expertise in Altium for multi-layer PCBA layouts, high-speed digital, and mixed-signal circuit design.
• Architecture experience with ultra-low-noise avionics and high-integrity payload bus integration.
• Hands-on design of high-power systems, Battery Management Systems (BMS), and ESCs.
• Proven track record mitigating EMI/EMC and engineering wire harness safety for harsh environments.
• Deep proficiency with lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, probes) and test automation.
• Demonstrated success driving rapid R&D prototypes through flight testing and scaled production.

Nice To Haves

• Proven track record of end-to-end technical ownership and team leadership for complex unit- and subsystem-level payloads or aerospace products.
• Experience conducting system-level engineering, SWaP-C trade studies, and requirements allocation for advanced UAS architectures.
• Demonstrated experience designing for high-reliability, safety-critical environments involving human-in-the-loop (HITL) operations and fail-safe architectures.
• Proficiency in embedded software and firmware development using C/C++ in real-time or embedded Linux environments.
• Deep working knowledge of low-level embedded protocols, peripheral interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN), timers, interrupts, and ADC integration.
• Master’s degree (MS) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline

Responsibilities

• Design & Lay Out High-Performance PCBs: Directly execute end-to-end schematic capture and multi-layer PCB design for high-speed digital, analog, power distribution, and RF circuits optimized for SWaP and rugged aerospace conditions.
• Architect & Integrate UAS Avionics: Build and integrate flight-critical electrical systems into new airframes, directly interfacing embedded controllers, power systems, propulsion electronics, and sensors alongside mechanical and software teams.
• Rapidly Prototype & Iterate Flight Hardware: Build, assemble, and bring up prototype hardware on the bench to accelerate transition cycles from R&D concepts to full-scale production lines.
• Troubleshoot at the Hardware-Software Boundary: Isolate and resolve complex system-level faults using hands-on lab instrumentation (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs) and software/firmware debugging tools.
• Execute Environmental & Flight Qualification: Run hands-on testing campaigns—including thermal, vibration, and EMI/EMC validation—to guarantee aerospace compliance, IP-rated environmental sealing, and flight safety.
• Conduct Field Tests & Support Live Deployments: Deploy to the field alongside flight operators to execute live system tests, analyze real-time telemetry, and rapidly deliver hardware updates to active UAS platforms.
• Comply with all company information, security policies and procedures
• Ensure proper handling and protection of proprietary information
• Share information only on a need-to-know basis
• Adhere to company non-disclosure requirements

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits
• Basic Life Insurance – fully paid by the company for employees and their dependents
• Long-Term Disability Insurance – fully paid by the company
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior