Applied Silver, Inc.

Drone Stack - Hardware Engineer

Fort Walton Beach, FL · Contract

Work authorization required$100k-$150kDetected 9 days ago

PythonC++CybersecurityEmbedded SystemsRoboticsElectrical EngineeringHardware DesignCommunication

About the role

In this role, you will architect repeatable verification workflows and high-fidelity simulation environments, including Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), to enable rapid iteration and reduce development cycle times.
Define and control system interfaces across flight controllers, payloads, and ground stations to ensure seamless communication and data integrity.
Architect repeatable verification workflows that enable rapid iteration and reduce the cycle time from code change to validated flight behavior.

As a Senior Robotics Hardware Engineer at Applied Intuition, you will serve as the primary technical link between hardware design, GNC, and software teams to deliver integrated, flight-ready systems.
Deliver integrated, flight-ready systems by bridging the gap between autopilot firmware, onboard compute, and peripheral vehicle hardware.
Build custom tooling for real-time monitoring and post-flight analysis to convert complex test data into actionable system improvements.
Serve as the technical authority for integration and verification, acting as the primary link between hardware design, GNC, and software teams.
Support flight test campaigns as a hands-on technical lead, troubleshooting integration issues and ensuring mission success.
Set the standards for design patterns and hardware abstraction to ensure robust, scalable, and maintainable flight software.

Must be a U.S. Citizen
At least 5 years of experience in robotics hardware integration, embedded systems, or aerospace engineering.
Deep expertise in vehicle electronics integration, specifically bridging autopilot firmware (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot) with onboard compute (e.g., NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi) and peripheral sensors.
Strong proficiency in C++ and Python, with experience writing hardware abstraction layers or drivers for real-time systems.
Hands-on experience with communication protocols such as CAN, UART, I2C, SPI, and MAVLink.
Excellent troubleshooting skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to act as the technical "glue" between GNC, software, and mechanical teams.
Degree: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

Hands-on experience with R/C systems, drone assembly, or flight operations.
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Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI.
Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft.
Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo.
Learn more at applied.co http://applied.co.

Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits.

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