GCS Systems Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly capable and product-driven GCS Systems Manager to lead the design and development of our Ground Control Station (GCS) software, with a focus on Teal Settings, user interface and experience (UI/UX), and Android application development. This role sits at the intersection of mission-critical usability and technical execution—managing the frontend user experience that enables pilots and operators to control drones with precision, safety, and confidence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Team & Technical Leadership
  • Lead and manage a team of Android and UI/UX software engineers building and maintaining GCS applications for UAV platforms.
  • Own the roadmap, architecture, and feature set for Teal Settings and related configuration tools.
  • Translate customer feedback, flight operations needs, and hardware capabilities into intuitive, responsive user experiences.
• UI/UX Design & Implementation
  • Oversee the design and implementation of modern, operator-friendly interfaces that support:
  • Real-time telemetry
  • Flight controls and camera views
  • System health monitoring
  • Teal Settings customization and configuration workflows
  • Work closely with designers to ensure consistency, responsiveness, and mission-centric UX patterns across GCS apps.
• Android Development
  • Manage the development of native Android apps that serve as primary control stations for Teal drone platforms.
  • Oversee integration with hardware controllers, video feeds, mission planners, and OTA configuration tools.
  • Ensure smooth performance, stability, and compliance with Android system services and hardware abstraction layers.
• Settings & Config Systems
  • Define and manage Teal Settings architecture for configuring flight modes, radio settings, payload options, and system preferences.
  • Ensure backward compatibility and robust error handling across firmware versions and drone SKUs.
  • Coordinate with embedded teams to align app-based settings with onboard behavior.
• Integration & Testing
  • Own release cycles, CI/CD pipelines, and QA coordination for all GCS software builds.
  • Conduct hands-on integration with flight hardware and support live testing, operator feedback loops, and rapid iteration.
  • Implement telemetry logging, crash reporting, and analytics for performance monitoring.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in mobile application development, with a strong focus on Android (Kotlin/Java).
• 2+ years in a technical leadership or managerial role overseeing software development teams.
• Proven experience with modern UI/UX frameworks and best practices (Jetpack Compose, MVVM, Material Design).
• Strong understanding of GCS applications, mission control software, or UAV operator workflows.
• Familiarity with telemetry protocols, MAVLink, RTSP video integration, or Android-native video handling.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Experience with drone, robotics, or aviation ground control interfaces.
• Familiarity with embedded/firmware systems and settings sync across hardware/software boundaries.
• Understanding of DoD/enterprise compliance requirements for mobile and field-deployed applications.
• Exposure to Kotlin Multiplatform Mobile (KMM), Jetpack Compose, or WebView/React integrations in Android.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Hybrid of UI design, mobile development, and live hardware testing.
• Fast-paced product cycles with close interaction with flight ops, QA, autonomy, and customer teams.
• Occasional travel for flight testing, customer demos, and feedback sessions.

Background Check

This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law.

EEO and ITAR/EAR Work Authorization Disclosure

Red Cat Holdings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Successful candidates for positions subject to ITAR/EAR restrictions must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence and must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization.

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Compensation: Salary plus generous annual equity package and potential bonuses.