Senior Integration Engineer, Payload

Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a skilled Integration Engineer to support the integration of payload systems on Group 2/3 Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS).

Requirements

• Execute end-to-end payload integration, including airborne and ground control system components, ensuring seamless communication and functionality.
• Integrate avionics, mission payloads, flight controllers, and embedded subsystems while meeting reliability, safety, and performance standards.
• Develop test procedures and conduct ground and flight testing to validate payload functionality and mission performance.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot tactical and airborne networks, including RF links and embedded communications systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electromechanical, avionics, and embedded software issues in lab and field environments.
• Translate mission requirements into clear technical specifications.
• Develop and maintain embedded and application-level software. Write scripts and tools in Python, Bash, Shell, and C/C++ for automation, testing, and integration.
• Create and execute test plans, validate performance, analyze results, and provide technical recommendations.
• Partner with our Technical Writer(s) to develop documentation including integration guides, test reports, user manuals and troubleshooting materials.
• Provide performance data and constructive feedback to hardware design and manufacturing teams.
• Assemble and integrate custom or ad-hoc payloads, both hardware and software, based on mission & customer-specific needs.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and software issues related to payload integration and work collaboratively to develop solutions.
• Ensure compliance with aircraft weight and balance considerations, electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding, and environmental constraints.
• Provide technical expertise in sensor integration, imaging systems, RF payloads, and advanced mission payloads.
• Support documentation and certification efforts, ensuring compliance with DoD, FAA, and internal standards.
• Mentor and develop junior engineering team members

Benefits

• Matching 401(k)
• Paid PTO
• Paid holidays
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• HSA and FSA Options
• Critical Care Plan
• Accident Care Plan