Job Description

Company Overview

At

SkyScouter

, we design and manufacture next-generation

hybrid gas-electric UAVs

capable of long-endurance missions for

inspection, monitoring, and environmental intelligence

. Our mission is to revolutionize aerial operations through advanced

autonomous flight systems

,

AI-driven control

, and

sustainable technology

.
Join our growing team in shaping the future of

autonomous aviation

and

AI-based environmental intelligence

.

Position:

Robotics Developer

Location:

British Columbia, Canada

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Experience Level:

Intermediate to Senior

Role Overview

We are seeking a

Robotics Developer

with strong expertise in

autonomous systems

,

robotic perception

, and

flight intelligence

. This role will contribute to the development of SkyScouter's advanced UAV autonomy stack -- from mission planning and adaptive control to perception-driven navigation.

You will collaborate with engineers specializing in

hybrid propulsion

,

AI-based flight algorithms

, and

remote operations

, working on groundbreaking systems that enable

Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS)

missions and

multi-drone fleet coordination

.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and integrate

autonomous flight control

and

navigation systems

for hybrid UAVs. Implement

AI/ML models

(reinforcement and imitation learning) to optimize UAV decision-making and path planning. Build and refine

ROS 2-based architectures

for perception, control, and mission management. Prototype and validate systems using

Gazebo

,

Isaac Sim

, and

Unity

for real-time simulation and visualization. Collaborate on

hardware-software integration

for sensors (LIDAR, radar, cameras, GPS, IMU) and flight controllers. Contribute to

CI/CD pipelines

,

testing frameworks

, and

version control

using GitLab. Develop algorithms for

sensor fusion

,

object detection

, and

collision avoidance

. Stay up to date on emerging technologies in

robotics

,

AI

, and

autonomous aviation

to strengthen SkyScouter's technology roadmap.

QualificationsEducation

Master's degree (M.A.Sc.) in Robotics, Mechatronics, or Electrical/Computer Engineering. Bachelor's degree (B.Sc.) in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Software Engineering.

Experience

3-5 years of hands-on experience in

robotics, autonomous vehicles, or UAV development

. Proven track record with

ROS 1 & 2

,

PyTorch

,

TensorFlow

, and

robotic simulation environments

.

Technical Skills

Strong proficiency in

C++

,

Python

, and

Bash scripting

. Expertise in

robotic perception, motion planning

, and

control system design

. Familiarity with

sensor calibration

,

data fusion

, and

embedded system integration

. Experience with

CI/CD

,

unit testing

, and

version control tools

(Git/GitLab).

Desirable Skills

Experience developing

Unity or VR-based flight visualization

tools. Knowledge of

mechanical and electrical systems

in UAVs. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities.

Why Join SkyScouter?

Be part of a

Canadian leader in hybrid UAV innovation

. Work on

mission-driven projects

impacting environmental sustainability, inspection, and defense sectors. Collaborate in a

dynamic, cross-disciplinary environment

with engineers and AI specialists. Competitive

salary

,

benefits

, and

career advancement

opportunities.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter describing your experience and vision for autonomous flight innovation to office

@skyscouter.com

SkyScouter

is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, forward-thinking workplace.

Join us and help redefine the future of autonomous aerial systems.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $46,655.36-$60,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person