Occam Industries develops software-only autonomy, notably the OccamX computer-vision autopilot, that retrofits mass-produced drones for frontline, GPS-independent autonomous operations.
<h2 class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><strong>UAS Integration & Acceptance Engineer</strong></h2> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">We're looking for a hands-on engineer to take ownership of incoming drones from OEM partners — confirm they're fit to fly, resolve or escalate issues, and hand them over to pilots in a ready and reliable state.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">This role sits between OEM supply, engineering, testing and pilot operations. You'll be the person who makes sure aircraft arriving into Occam aren't just present, but actually usable. When it's done well, pilots don't lose time on issues that should have been caught earlier, engineering gets clear feedback on recurring defects, and OEM quality improves.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal">This is a hands-on engineering role in a fast-moving defence-tech environment. It takes strong technical judgement, attention to detail, practical problem-solving and the confidence to say when something isn't ready.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><strong>What you'll own</strong></p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><em>Incoming drone acceptance</em></p> <ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Run structured acceptance checks on UAS platforms arriving from OEMs</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Inspect airframes, wiring, connectors, batteries, payload interfaces and control systems for defects, missing parts or poor build quality</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Confirm each aircraft matches the required build standard, configuration and documentation</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Record acceptance status clearly before it moves to the next stage</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><em>Integration and configuration</em></p> <ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Prepare drones for use with Occam's systems, software and procedures</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Carry out configuration, calibration and setup before test or handover</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Apply approved software, firmware and configuration updates with engineering</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Keep every change recorded and traceable</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><em>Flight readiness and functional testing</em></p> <ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Run pre-flight functional checks to confirm the aircraft can fly safely and reliably</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Support ground testing, systems checks and controlled test activities</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Work with pilots and test teams to confirm readiness before handover</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintain a clear pass / fail / hold status for each drone</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><em>Defect management and OEM feedback</em></p> <ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Log quality issues found during inspection, integration, testing or handover</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Capture defects clearly — photos, notes, serial numbers, evidence</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Keep the OEM quality tracker updated so recurring problems get spotted and escalated</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Work with engineering and supplier teams on root causes, and track fixes to closure</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><em>Handover to pilots</em></p> <ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Hand drones over in a clear, consistent, ready-to-use state</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Confirm the pilot has the correct aircraft, equipment, documentation and known-status info</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Brief pilots on relevant configuration notes, limitations or recent fixes</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Record every handover — who took the aircraft and when</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal"><em>Process and workspace discipline</em></p> <ul class="[li_&]:mb-0 [li_&]:mt-1 [li_&]:gap-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3"> <li clas