Job Type:
6-month part-time contract

Location:
Australia (On-site at field trial locations)

About Us

AERIUM Analytics Inc. is a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) technology company based in Calgary, Alberta. We develop and deploy cutting-edge drone-based technologies led by our ground-breaking RoBird™ flapping-wing and fixed-wing platforms, along with advanced detection and reporting solutions. Our integrated model supports Smart Wildlife Management and specialized aviation safety operations in Canada and internationally.

AERIUM Analytics is looking for a hands-on Drone & Field Maintenance Technician to support ongoing and upcoming field trials in Australia. This is a part-time contractor role focused on maintaining and troubleshooting our fixed and flapping bird drones – RoBird™.

What this role is:

• Maintenance and troubleshooting support for fixed-wing and flapping-wing drones used in field trials
• Hands-on work ensuring aircraft are flight-ready, safe, and operational
• Field-based support at trial sites, with travel required

What this role is NOT:

• Not a robotics or aerospace engineering role
• Not an R&D or design-from-scratch position
• Not focused on firmware or software development

Key responsibilities (current scope):

• Inspect, maintain, and assemble fixed-wing and flapping-wing drones and components
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues
• Support on-site maintenance during trial operations
• Document issues and maintenance actions clearly, working closely with our head office in Canada as needed
• Training on our specific platforms and procedures will be provided.

Skills & experience we’re looking for:

• Experience with fixed-wing RC aircraft (strongly preferred)
• Working knowledge of drones and UAV systems
• Comfortable troubleshooting and performing some repairs
• Practical, detail-oriented, and reliable in field environments
• Pilot experience is preferred, as testing your own maintenance work is valuable
• If acting as a pilot, appropriate CASA certification would be required
• No formal engineering qualification is required.

Time commitment & engagement model:

• 6-month contract role (sole trader / ABN)
• Approximately 20 hours per week to start
• Hours may vary week-to-week depending on trial schedules

Location & travel:

• On-site support required at trial locations
• Shepparton, VIC (now through end of February)
• QLD / Caboolture region (from May onwards)
• Must be willing to travel as required
• Being based in Melbourne or Brisbane is helpful but not required

How you’ll work:

• Work closely with our Canadian head office
• Collaborate with pilots and operations staff during active trials
• Focused on maintenance and operational support, not independent R&D

Future potential:

• Opportunity for increased hours over time
• Scope may expand to include logistics and inventory support as operations scale

If interested, please send your resume and a brief introduction outlining your relevant experience. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

AERIUM Analytics provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Other considerations:

• Client requires workers to have negative drug and alcohol test prior to start.
• Client requires workers to pass a background check prior to start.
• This is a professional, Australia-based position, and applicants must be legally authorized and eligible to work in Australia.

Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 6 months

Work Location: In person

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