UAV Mechatronics Technician

Terra Sense Analytics is looking for a UAV Mechatronics Technician!

We truly believe that it’s our team that drives this company and its success. We are looking for a talented Mechatronics Technician to join us and provide professionalism, commitment, and integrity.

Themechatronicstechnicianwillbeakeymemberoftheteamresponsible to contribute to the design, maintenance, repair and problem solving of complex automated equipment by combining their mechanical, electrical and software skills. In this role you will contribute to the company's products and support the projects that are part of the discovery and formation of new company products.

We want people who encompass our values of being self-driven, honest, and interested in pushing the envelope of AI/deep learning.

Our head office is located in the beautiful city of Kelowna BC, with a satellite office located in Calgary AB.

This will be a hybrid employment opportunity with work hours divided between remote (home) and office attendance. Preference will be given to candidates from Calgary AB.

We believe in the change we can bring with our technology. Our technology is on the forefront of AI and deep learning with real world application. We work together with NVIDIA, UBC, Transport Canada, and Canadian Defence. Our products are being developed with focus on modernization in two primary sectors:
Aerospace and Defense.

As a Mechatronics Technician you will serve as the in-house subject matter expert that troubleshoots and repairs issues related to complex automated equipment such as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV’s). You will contribute to the delivery of complex solutions and features for company projects and products related to but not limited to, sensor integrations, real-time data processing, automated target recognition and data fusion.

You will work with your technical lead and team lead to bridge the gap between software and hardware. You will be involved in the production of hardware that is mission critical for the Company and support the software development team by ensuring hardware runs safely, efficiently and as expected.

The ideal candidate for this position has a technical mindset, yet is also customer focused. They are always considering the needs of the customer and the scenarios that the hardware will be deployed. You thrive in a collaborative environment, love challenges and solving difficult problems. You have a firm grasp and understanding of what it means to meet customer needs under challenging deadlines along with the need for quick turnaround.

• System Diagnostics:
  Troubleshooting and resolution of complex mechanical, electrical, and software issues in automated equipment and robotics, with a specific focus on uncrewed aerial vehicles.
• Preventative Maintenance:
  Ensure equipment is fit for purpose through routine inspections, maintenance and calibrations where needed to ensure peak operational performance.
• PLC & Software Control:
  Monitor, diagnose, and modify programmable logic controllers programs and human-machine-interface configurations.
• System Assembly:
  Build and configure multi-rotor and or fixed-wing UAV airframes.
• Integration:
  Integrate payloads, sensors etc.
• Electronics & Wiring:
  Fabrication of harnesses, route power distribution systems, and solder components to aerospace quality standards.
• Testing & Quality Control:
  Perform pre‑flight bench tests, continuity checks, firmware updates, and sensor calibrations. Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and software anomalies.
• Field Support:
  Assist field and flight teams during field deployments, performing on‑site repairs, routine maintenance, and equipment inspections.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate build records, Bill of Materials (BOM), and incident/repair logs.

The ideal candidate for this position has a technical mindset, yet is also customer focused. They are always considering the needs of the customer and the scenarios that the hardware will be deployed. You thrive in a collaborative environment, love challenges and solving difficult problems. You have a firm grasp and understanding of what it means to meet customer…