Operator Interface Design Engineer

Neros Technologies

1d • $100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Neros is seeking a Operator Interface Design Engineer to contribute to the design of new peripheral systems including display systems, handsets and ground control systems. This is a hands-on, cross-functional, highly technical role that blends hardware and human factors engineering with validation, debugging, and manufacturing support. You will be a key part of Neros' Peripherals Team.
The Operator Interface Design Engineer will oversee projects/products from the proof of concept phase, through design and implementation with DFM in-mind and PFMEA ownership. They will work closely with the rest of the Peripherals Engineering team at all levels of the engineering lifecycle. This role will play a large part in the development, manufacturing and support of new products at Neros.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Design, Engineering or a related discipline
• 2+ years of design experience
• Proven ability to implement human factors engineering principles
• Knowledge or interest in FPV drones or UAVs
• Ability to create product concepts, renderings, and work with electrical and mechanical engineers to make those concepts reality
• Ability to take product concepts from idea to prototype, using modeling/rendering software, 3D printing, fabrication, soldering and other laboratory skills
• Ability to support the engineering lifecycle of a product through design, engineering, manufacturing and future changes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to executive stakeholders clearly and effectively

Nice To Haves

• FPV pilot
• Part 107 (or ability to get one within 4 weeks of starting)
• Solidworks

Responsibilities

• Blend form, function and DFM requirements to create conceptual designs, and work with the rest of the Peripherals Engineering Team to implement final designs
• Utilize skills related to molding, tolerance stack up, thermal design, waterproofing and shock handling into product designs
• Utilize Human Factors Engineering and interaction design philosophies to design products meant for battlefield use
• Assist in the development of product requirements
• Conduct testing, including FPV flights, and provide technical feedback, focusing on peripheral systems
• Develop and retain a deep understanding of product functionality and capabilities
• Collaborate with engineers on air, ground and peripheral systems, assisting in design feedback, testing, and refinement
• Work on precision soldering, mechanical assembly, 3D printing, and related tasks to support rapid prototypes, iteration and testing
• Assist in developing and improving test procedures and safety protocols

What This Job Offers

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