Robotics Engineer

Careers•San Antonio, TX

just now•Onsite

About The Position

About Darkhive, LLC Established in 2021, Darkhive builds hardware and software solutions designed to seamlessly integrate into the military defense system. We offer tactical uncrewed systems, human-machine interfaces, and software continuous delivery platforms. Darkhive is a company of of U.S. Special Operations veterans, engineers, robotics perception experts, DevSecOps, defense technology executives, and superb support staff-above all, we are mission first team. We believe that the U.S. and our allies around the world deserve high-quality, affordable tools that keep them safe when each second counts. If you are a free-thinking problem solver who is looking for a highly collaborative and innovative environment, apply with Darkhive today! Robotics Engineer: We are seeking a hands-on entry to junior level Robotics Engineer to support rapid prototyping and testing of drone systems. This is a uniquely broad role within a small, fast-paced engineering team (5–10 engineers) focused on building and iterating real hardware. This position is ideal for an early-career engineer who enjoys building physical systems, working across mechanical and software domains, and learning by doing. You will work alongside experienced engineers to design 3D parts, build and solder subassemblies, configure flight systems, deploy software, and support flight testing. This is not a narrow software-only or mechanical-only role. We are looking for a balanced generalist who is comfortable working across domains. This role is ideal for someone who wants exposure to mechanical design, hardware integration, Linux-based deployment, and flight testing early in their career.

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
0-2 years of experience (internships acceptable)
Comfortable using Linux terminal (editing files, running scripts, pulling logs)
Demonstrated programming ability (Python or C++) through coursework, internships, or personal projects
SolidWorks or other CAD experience (brackets, enclosures, basic mechanical integration)
Hands-on hardware experience (soldering, connector work, Arduino/PX4 or other robotics projects, etc.)
Comfortable working onsite in a fast-paced, hands-on environment

Nice To Haves

Arduino or small embedded project experience
SAE, Competition robotics or personal drone builds
FAA Part 107
RC quadcopter or fixed-wing flight experience
Experience with PX4 or similar autopilot systems
GitHub portfolio or documented personal engineering projects

Responsibilities

Design simple brackets and enclosures in SolidWorks for drone subassemblies
Assemble and integrate drone subcomponents
Pinout JST-GH connectors and perform clean, reliable soldering
Configure PX4-based systems and assist with hardware integration (UART, sensors, SBCs, autopilot connections)
Use Linux tools to deploy software, edit configuration files, and pull logs
Assist in flight testing and collect/analyze logs
Support rapid prototype builds and small internal engineering projects
Within 6 months: independently design, build, and test small internal projects