R&D Engineer (AU)
DroneShieldSydney, New South Wales, Australia
Posted February 8, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
DroneShield is a global leader in counter-UAS security, delivering advanced detection and mitigation technologies that safeguard people, organizations, and critical infrastructure from drone threats. Leveraging world‑class engineering, physics, and deep defense, intelligence, and aerospace expertise, the company provides a suite of solutions—including drone detection, electronic warfare, AI‑driven analytics, sensor technology, and software development—for airports, prisons, borders, military, law enforcement, and government agencies. DroneShield’s distinctive edge lies in its integrated approach that combines cutting‑edge sensors, machine learning, and electronic countermeasures to neutralize hostile UAVs in real‑time, ensuring robust airspace and critical infrastructure protection.
Job Description
Work with cutting edge AI technology to solve some of world’s most challenging technical problems in the rapidly growing counter-drone sector.
Requirements
- Analyse drone communication and control protocols to develop effective jamming strategies
- Translate R&D requirements into effective test campaigns
- Conducting Test Campaigns
- Automating Testing
- Data Management
- Efficient communication of test results
- Documentation of testing process
- Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology
- Chance to be part of a rapidly growing company