UAV Electronics System Engineer

LiquidPiston

This role is fully onsite in Bloomfield, CT, five days per week, and the company will be relocating to Suffield, CT later in 2026.

About Us

LiquidPiston is redefining propulsion through our next-generation rotary engines-compact, efficient, and powerful enough to reshape how energy is used in aerospace, defense, and mobility. As we expand into UAV (Unmanned Aeriel Vehicle) applications, we are building a dynamic team to drive the development of integrated propulsion and control systems for next generation of drones.

Role Overview

The UAV Electronic Systems Engineer will lead the design and integration of electronic control systems for UAVs. This is a hands-on, multidisciplinary role involving control systems architecture, embedded software development, and electromechanical integration. You will collaborate closely with aircraft and engine development teams to bring cutting-edge UAV technology demonstrators to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop the electronic control system architecture for of UAV propulsion and flight control systems
• Integrate and configure flight controllers and engine control units with onboard avionics, sensors, and communication modules
• Develop and implement embedded software/firmware for control, safety, and telemetry functions
• Apply systems engineering principles to ensure seamless integration of electronics, software, and mechanical components
• Support testing, debugging, and validation of integrated electromechanical UAV systems
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to meet system-level performance and reliability goals
• Document system design, software and hardware interfaces, and integration processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science/ Engineering, or a related field
• Notable experience with electronic system design and embedded control systems for UAVs or robotic platforms
• Proficiency in embedded software development, scripting, real-time operating systems, and software/hardware integration
• Familiarity with electromechanical systems, sensors, communication protocols (CAN, UART, SPI, MAVLink, I2C), and PCB design
• Experience with computer modeling and simulation of electro-mechanical systems (validate prior to build).
• Experience working with UAV flight controllers, autopilot systems (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot)
• History of hands-on work in a fast-paced, collaborative R&D environment
• Self-driven, disciplined, committed to quality and meeting deadlines

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible PTO: We value work-life balance and encourage time to rest and recharge.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage-you choose what works best for you.
• Equity Participation: Permanent employees receive RSUs (Restricted Stock Units).
• 401(k) Match: We offer a 401k w/100% matching up to 3% of your salary and then 50% of contributions between 3-5%
• Career Growth: Ongoing training, mentorship, and learning opportunities to accelerate your growth.

Our Culture

At LiquidPiston, we embrace challenges, move fast, and celebrate curiosity. Our team thrives on collaboration, creativity, and perseverance. We understand that innovation involves risk-and we're not afraid to fail as we move forward.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LiquidPiston, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against, and receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status or disability.

All offers of employment at LiquidPiston are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.