Join Orbotix as a Drone Engineer & UAV Pilot – Brasov, Romania
About us
Orbotix is a defense tech company specializing in autonomous drones, robotics, and advanced AI. We combine cutting-edge engineering with deep domain knowledge to build high-performance systems for mission-critical environments.
We are looking for a highly skilled and hands-on
Industrial Engineer & UAV Pilot
to join our field testing and prototyping team. This role combines drone piloting, mechanical/electronic engineering, and practical workshop skills, all critical to validating and improving our UAV systems in real-world conditions.
You will operate drones in manual (Acro) and assisted modes, run structured tests, flash and configure embedded systems, perform hardware repairs, and support mechanical design through CAD and 3D printing. Your technical insight and discipline will directly impact on our product development cycles and mission readiness.
Company:
Orbotix
Location:
Brasov, Romania
Key Responsibilities:
- Pilot UAVs confidently in manual mode to test control and emergency recovery behavior
- Execute rigorous flight tests and communicate results clearly to engineering teams to log results with precision and consistency
- Understand the drone’s integrated subsystems, their functions, dependencies, and interactions
- Assemble, disassemble, solder, repair and maintain UAV hardware
- Flash and configure flight control units and other drone components
- Use flight control assistants for calibration, tuning, and mission setup
- Design and iterate 3D parts using SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software
- Operate 3D printers and workshop tools with confidence and safety
Requirements:
- Strong piloting skills, including manual mode flight experience. Not only DJI platforms experience.
- Solid understanding of electronics and mechanical systems
- Ability to work with embedded systems: flashing firmware, debugging, hardware setup
- Experience with flight control assistants or similar ground station tools
- Proficiency in SolidWorks or other 3D CAD software (and ability to migrate if needed)
- Familiarity with 3D printing workflows
What We Offer:
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid job structure: 3 days in office, 2 days remote
- Private medical insurance
- Regular vacation
- Day off on your birthday
- Referral bonus for successful hires through your contacts (mid or senior).
- A pet-friendly office that prioritizes well-being
- Fully stocked fridge with a variety of snacks
- Leisure area with a gaming room
- An international and multicultural work environment
Application Process:
To apply, please send your CV to recruiting@orbotix.tech
How does the recruitment process look like?
- HR screening
- 30–40 min cultural fit interview with HR
- Technical interview
- Final interview with the COO
- Job offer
