Deployed Hardware Engineer

About Arondite

Arondite is a defence technology company building the foundational software and AI to power the autonomous age. Our aim is to revolutionise the way organisations collaborate with sensors, robots and autonomous systems and use the data they generate. We are driven by our determination to help defend our collective democratic values and by our strong belief that an elite group of engineers can make a big difference. We are ambitious, well-funded and building for the long-term.

You will join Arondite at a pivotal moment in the company’s journey. Our company is being built by exceptional engineers - people who find high-impact and technically challenging work engaging and exciting, and who consistently deliver outsized impact. You will collaborate with other brilliant minds to solve some of the world’s hardest and most important problems.

You will have ownership and autonomy from Day One. There is no corporate ladder at Arondite. From your first day, you will directly influence the design, functionality, and direction of Arondite’s product offering. We hire the best people and give them extremely high levels of autonomy; the sky is the limit for an individual with the right ambition.

If you are motivated by our mission and if you want to be part of a growing team of outstanding people, then we want to hear from you.

About the role

As a Deployed Hardware Engineer at Arondite you will be collaborating closely with our other engineers and with end-users to integrate and deploy Arondite’s software products in the real world. You will be working with edge compute and communications devices (such as mesh radios and satellite links), as well with uncrewed systems and sensors.

You will be responsible for conducting and/or supporting field testing, both at Arondite’s test site and with customers across the UK and abroad. This will include piloting drones, ground robots and potentially various watercraft.

When in the office you may be asked to create 3D models to mock up full systems, or to create mechanical or electrical CAD parts to help integrate various pieces of hardware and electronics.

As someone who will sometimes interact with customers , you may also be asked to give demos of our software, and to better understand users' needs and requirements in the process.

Overall, the role will be varied and challenging, suiting someone who is flexible and pragmatic with broad hardware experience and an interest in working in the real world at the intersection of mechanics, electronics and software.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Deploying Arondite’s software and AI products to hardware
• Integrating and debugging end-to-end systems that include third party equipment and devices
• Creating mechanical and electrical components as required to support the above
• Modifying and configuring embedded software in languages such as C and Python
• Piloting and oversight of all types of robotic and autonomous systems (including UAVs, UGVs and USVs). This will include gaining qualifications such as Remote Pilot Certificates.
• Ownership of suitable procedures for ensuring safe operation of robotic and autonomous systems
• Conducting field testing of Arondite’s products both during development and with customers
• Demonstrating Arondite’s systems to end-users and potential customers

Requirements

You should have:

• MSc or MEng in a technical or engineering subject
• Experience with rapid prototyping and working on mechanical and electronic systems/components, as well as embedded software
• Experience using a major 3D CAD tool (ideally Solidworks) to create parts for 3D printing, laser cutting, injection moulding, machining and sheet metal fabrication
• Ability to design and modify electrical and electronic circuits
• Practical workshop skills using hand and power tools to modify and integrate hardware systems
• Hands-on experience with instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers, signal generators for testing and debugging complex systems
• Some programming skills in C/C++ and/or Python

Ideally, you would also have:

• Experience integrating electronic hardware (e.g. building custom PCs)
• Some experience with robotic systems and microcontrollers
• Working knowledge of RF systems and antennas
• Drone piloting experience and qualifications such as GVC or A2 CofC. Arondite would provide training opportunities if required

Note: We want Arondite to bring together individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We don't expect everyone to have experience across each of these areas. Please apply even if you only partially fulfil this list.

Security clearance

We believe in working closely with defence customers. As a result, this role will require the individual to hold a clearance or be willing to undergo UK security vetting to Security Check (SC) or above. This normally requires having continuous residency in the UK for at least 5 years.

Office vs Hybrid

We are focused on building a positive, collaborative engineering-driven culture. We therefore believe in making the office a friendly, comfortable and fun place to be, and we try to work from the office where possible. Of course, there are times when it makes sense for you to work from home and that's OK. You may also need to travel to visit customers, depending on your role. But in general you should only apply to join Arondite if you're excited to come into the office and work in person by default.

Application process

Generally, our interview process is comprised of the following stages:

1. CV submission with initial questions
2. Introductory Teams call (30-45 mins)
3. In-person technical interview (1-2 hours)
4. Final interview with one of Arondite’s Founders (30 mins)

Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary
• Generous equity in EMI share options in a well-funded and growing startup
• 7% employer pension contribution
• Free breakfast and lunch every day; free pizza and beers weekly
• Private health and dental insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Relocation support
• Visa sponsorship for extremely strong candidates
• Access to any resources, equipment and training that you need to do your job in a world-class way
• The opportunity to work with and learn from exceptional colleagues with excellent academic experience and deep industry knowledge