Flight Systems Manager

1 week ago

Riga, Rīga, Latvia Edge Autonomy Full time €90,000 - €120,000 per year

Description


Flight Systems Manager   Edge Autonomy Riga is a globally operating company with its headquarters in the United States and is proud to be part of the Redwire group. We specialize in the design, manufacturing, and integration of autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and advanced electro-optical surveillance systems. Our technologies are trusted and deployed across defense, security, civil, and industrial sectors worldwide. Our company culture is driven by innovation, sustainability, mutual respect, and international collaboration. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment.   We are seeking a highly experienced and driven Flight Systems Manager to lead the development of all flight-critical avionics and software for the Penguin UAS.   Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage all flight-critical avionics and software development for the Penguin UAS across both the aircraft system and Ground Control System (GCS).
  • Direct and mentor four Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) responsible for key avionics and software subsystems.
  • Oversee development of aircraft-side systems including autopilot and avionics, Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC), Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT), vehicle management, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments, and vehicle software simulation tools.
  • Supervise development of GCS-side capabilities including control software, human-machine interfaces, payload simulators, ATAK integration, communications protocols, pre-flight procedures, and warnings/alerts systems.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams to drive system architecture, integration, and testing. 
Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of experience developing autonomous aircraft or unmanned air systems.
  • Demonstrated experience deploying embedded software for UAS.
  • Strong understanding of UAS system and subsystem architectures, and flight-critical software requirements.
  • Hands-on experience writing firmware or embedded code for physical devices.
  • Proven ability to lead engineering teams and drive solutions to complex technical challenges.
  • Experience building a System Integration Lab (SIL) or Hardware Integration Lab (HIL).
  • Experience with UAS ground control software and command-and-control architectures.
  • Direct experience supporting flight test campaigns and resolving system-level issues.
  • Good spoken and written English communication skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechatronics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or a related technical discipline or equivalent practical experience.
We offer:
  • Modern production facility with cutting-edge equipment and a dynamic work environment.
  • Competitive compensation.
  • Health and children accident insurance, after probation time.
  • Accident insurance from first day.
  • Annual bonus program based on performance.
  • Yearly salary review.
  • Financial support in special life situations.
    Join our team and grow your technical skills while working with world-class technologies Please submit your CV in English by clicking 'Apply' or send it directly to [email protected]   We appreciate every application, but please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The information submitted by the candidate will be processed and stored in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the company's recruitment procedures will be used for recruitment purposes.

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