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Associate Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Engineer/Pilot

Central Garden & Pet
vision insurance, parental leave, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Florida, Daytona Beach
May 29, 2025
Description We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated UAS Engineer to contribute to design, engineering, and production of large Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) tailored for agricultural applications. This role requires a hands-on, multi-disciplinary engineer who can manage and execute the full product lifecycle. The ideal candidate has a strong background in UAS engineering, avionics, and systems integration, along with a passion for precision agriculture and innovative aerial technology. Central UAS Technologies, a vertical of Central Life Sciences, is dedicated to the creation of uncrewed aerial systems which have a direct positive impact on public health, quality of life and innovative technologies for the agricultural industry. Your meaningful work will help reduce the spread of vector-borne disease, as well as limit the amount of chemicals or emissions released into the environment (through rural and urban municipalities, agricultural applications, horticultural applications, and more!). You'll accomplish this work from our assembly shop in Daytona Beach, Florida. Our parent company is Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ: CENT and CENTA); we offer an amazing educational assistance program in addition to great medical, dental, vision, which you will be eligible the first of the month following 30 days, plus free life and free disability insurance. Our 401k has a 3% match, and you are eligible day one. We also offer pet insurance and other voluntary benefits. Please see our website at www.central.com for additional company information. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Follow design schematics to create wire harnesses and other various UAS parts Prepare and receive shipments of goods to and from customers/suppliers Contact customers for support and troubleshoot issues to find the best solutions Assemble large scale UAS from documented processes Diagnose, repair, and test UAS that are received for service Program electronics that are incorporated into the final design of an aircraft Field work to support UAS application operations, requires travel MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION BS/BA in UAS (Uncrewed Aircraft Systems), Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, or other related fields 2+ years of professional, related experience Prior experience utilizing hand and power tools (bandsaw, drill press, grinder, circular saw, Dremel) Prior quality soldering experience Able to understand and utilize schematics Class D Driver's license NICE TO HAVE CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES Experience working with: Familiar with Ardupilot firmware and GCS software (Missionplanner, QGround Control) CAD or other solid modeling Past RC aircraft experience DOT hazmat shipping certification Part 107 Certification Prior aircraft assembly/maintenance experience WORK ENVIRONMENT This position is based in a low (audio) volume assembly shop. This position requires the frequent use of a computer, small hand tools, (soldering, hot glue gun, hand tools) Knowledge of Microsoft Suite applications and software. Physical requirements: Standing, sitting, walking and climbing on unlevel or grassy terrain, reaching. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis The candidate must be willing to travel up to 10-20% of a work week Strong teamworking skills through collaborative problem solving BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Free Life and Disability Insurance Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution Paid vacation, holidays and sick time Employee Assistance Program Access to thousands of free online courses Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, and more! Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications) Referral Program with cash bonus Access to on-demand pay Paid parental leave Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company's innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro, Aqueon, Cadet, Farnam, Ferry-Morse, Four Paws, Kaytee, K&H, Nylabone and Pennington, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,400 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.