Mission Engineer – Air Systems

Red Cat Holdings

Mission Engineer responsible for deploying and operating unmanned vehicle systems for ASR. Ensuring performance and reliability in real-world environments across multiple contexts.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $124,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in deploying, operating, and maintaining unmanned systems (UAS, USV, UUV, UGV) in diverse environments, with strong troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, and systems integration. Capable of providing operational feedback to enhance system performance while representing the organization professionally in various engagements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

5+ Years Experience With Unmanned SystemsPart 107 Remote Pilot CertificateSystems Troubleshooting SkillsExperience In Austere EnvironmentsOperational Pressure Management

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Hard Skills

UAS OperationUSV OperationUUV OperationUGV OperationSystems IntegrationAutonomy Hardware/Software ConfigurationPre-Mission ChecksPost-Mission AnalysisVehicle Systems MaintenancePayload Repair

Soft Skills

Independent WorkCalm Under PressureEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Industry Keywords

Unmanned SystemsAutonomous SystemsSemi-Autonomous SystemsField OperationsMaritime Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deploy, operate, and maintain UAS, USV, UUV, and UGV platforms in the field
Support mission execution involving autonomous and semi-autonomous systems
Configure, operate, and troubleshoot autonomy and autopilot hardware/software in real-time operational conditions
Perform systems integration, pre-mission checks, and post-mission analysis
Maintain and repair vehicle systems, payloads, and supporting ground equipment
Operate systems in environments with limited infrastructure, communications, or support
Provide detailed operational feedback to engineering teams to improve system performance and reliability
Support business development engagements, demonstrations, customer evaluations, training events, and deployments
Travel to test sites, customer locations, and operational environments
Represent ASR professionally with customers, partners, and government stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of hands-on experience deploying, operating, or maintaining unmanned systems (UAS, USV, UUV, UGV)
Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Experience operating systems in austere field and/or maritime operational environments
Strong mechanical, electrical, or systems troubleshooting skills
Comfort working independently with limited oversight
Ability to remain calm and effective under operational pressure
Willingness and ability to travel frequently, sometimes on short notice

Benefits

Comp & perks

generous annual equity package
bonuses