Aerit is a sustainable drone delivery startup. Our mission is full-automation of global delivery and logistics. Our platform connects businesses with their customers using our Nimbi drones. Nimbi is capable of both pick-up and delivery without the need for additional infrastructure.

Since founding in 2021, Aerit has launched our first autonomous drone the Aerit Nimbi, and completed Sweden’s first commercial drone delivery. We have a lot of exciting developments on the horizon and are currently expanding the team with the goal of becoming the world’s leading drone delivery service.

Job Description

We are searching for an experienced tech professional to become Aerit’s Vice President of Engineering. You will be responsible for managing both software and hardware teams in coordination with the CTO. You will be responsible for managing teams building both the hardware and software elements of the delivery service in support of Aerit’s operations. Using your wealth of knowledge and experience your leadership will contribute to essential elements of the entire Aerit organization as well as play a critical role in the foundation of our team for growth.

Requirements

• Extensive experience and knowledge in drones, robotics, autonomous vehicles, computer vision, or a related field
  
• Degree in software engineering, computer science, robotics, or related field
  
• Strong organizational leadership skills
  
• Experience working with stakeholders to create hiring strategies and develop quality teams
  
• Previous engineering management experience
  
• Strong communication and presentation skills
  
• You live in or are willing to move to Stockholm
  
• Fluent written and verbal communication in English
  
• Willing to do hands on development, testing, and prototyping

Things that put you at the top

• You have been involved in autonomous driving or drone companies in the past
  
• At least 5 years experience in development roles
  
• Experience in C++, C, Python
  
• You know PX4 and have built drones before
  
• You are a MAVLINK wizard
  
• You have brought physical products featuring both mechanical and electronic components through the entire product development process from design to manufacturing and certification
  
• You have worked in a startup environment and are willing to wear multiple hats
• Experience in scaling multi-national companies
  
• Willingness to work with and develop talent within the organization
  
• Contract manufacturing and prototyping experience

What you will do

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of software and hardware engineers responsible for the design, development, and certification, of Aerit’s delivery service and its supporting systems
• Build a world-class tech team and be able to attract and retain talent
  
• Be responsible for continual development and improvement of both hardware and software in support of delivery operations and our customers
  
• Develop standards and procedures in accordance to EASA and FAA certification requirements
  
• Prepare and optimize budgets for the engineering team
  
• Work with the C-suite to identify and achieve specific goals related to the product
  
• Manage and take a hands-on role in both development and testing of hardware and software in support of delivery operations

Benefits

• Equity: Early team members and leadership roles will be offered equity or options depending on role
  
• Conveniently located office spaces: Aerit’s development facilities, testing location, and offices are located in the up and coming Frihamnen area 1.5km from Gardet and 2km from Karlaplan metro stops
  
• Flexible working hours and locations
  
• Competitive pay

Why you should join Aerit

The drone community is a relatively young space with a lot of room for growth in the future. As part of the Aerit team you will be joining the first drone delivery company in Sweden and one of the European pioneers. You will have a chance to play a significant role in the drone delivery community and shape the future of the autonomous delivery space as we grow. Additionally, you will be directly engaging in the fight against global warming and for increased sustainability.