Manufacturing Software Engineer at Unusual Machines

Description

You in This Role As a Manufacturing Software Engineer, you will design, build, and own the software

systems that power Unusual Machines’ production operations. You will develop a custom Manufacturing

Execution System (MES) and supporting applications that integrate equipment, operators, quality

systems, and ERP tools to deliver real-time visibility, control, and traceability on the facility floor.

This is a highly hands-on role for an engineer who thrives in fast-paced manufacturing environments and

enjoys working directly with operators, technicians, and engineers. You will operate at the intersection of

software development and manufacturing execution, rapidly deploying tools that directly impact

throughput, quality, and operational efficiency.

This role involves building systems from the ground up with no existing MES roadmap. You’ll define

how production data is captured, visualized, and acted upon, while continuously iterating based on real-

world facility feedback.

A Day in the Life

 Designing and developing a custom MES tailored to our production workflows

 Building internal web applications and dashboards for operators, technicians, supervisors, and

engineers

 Spending time on the manufacturing floor to understand workflows, pain points, and data flows

 Translating operational needs into technical requirements and rapidly implementing solutions

 Developing intuitive, user-friendly interfaces that reduce errors and improve traceability

 Integrating real-time data from equipment, test stations, barcode scanners, and production tools

 Connecting MES applications with ERP, quality systems, inventory databases, and internal tools

 Using automation tools (e.g., Zapier) to streamline workflows and enable low-code integrations

where appropriate

 Deploying updates frequently, gathering user feedback, and iterating in short development cycles

 Supporting production during active manufacturing and ensuring system reliability

 Creating documentation for new features, workflows, and integrations

 Collaborating closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams

What You’ll Do

 Architect and build a Manufacturing Execution System from the ground up

 Own internal manufacturing software applications from design through deployment and support

 Develop dashboards and interfaces that provide real-time production visibility

 Implement reliable data capture from production equipment and test infrastructure

 Build and maintain integrations with ERP and quality management systems

 Rapidly prototype, deploy, and refine software based on operator and stakeholder feedback

 Ensure manufacturing systems support quality, traceability, and operational efficiency

 Define and improve digital workflows across the facility

 Contribute to continuous improvement of manufacturing processes through software

What You’ll Bring

Required:

 Experience developing software within or closely alongside a manufacturing organization

 Strong experience with modern web application frameworks, databases, and cloud deployment

 Hands-on experience building dashboards, operator interfaces, and data-driven tools

 Ability to work safely and confidently around production equipment and active manufacturing

lines

 Experience gathering requirements directly from operators, engineers, and supervisors

 Strong understanding of workflow mapping, data flows, and manufacturing operations

 Experience integrating with ERP and QMS systems, including custom connectors

 Familiarity with automation tools such as Zapier or similar platforms

 Proven ability to iterate quickly, deploy improvements, and respond to user feedback

 Strong communication skills and a self-directed, proactive mindset

Preferred:

 Experience building or supporting MES or facility-floor software systems

 Experience in high-mix, fast-scaling manufacturing environments

 Prior work supporting production, test, or quality operations

What You’ll Gain

 Ownership of manufacturing software systems that directly impact production performance

 The opportunity to build an MES and facility software stack from scratch

 Close collaboration with manufacturing leadership and operators

 High visibility into facility operations and decision-making

 A fast-moving role where your work has immediate, tangible impact

You’ll collaborate closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, IT, and Production

teams while maintaining clear ownership of manufacturing software systems.

Compensation & Benefits

 Competitive compensation package

 Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision

 401(k)

 Unlimited PTO

 Catered lunches for all employees every day of the week

 Employee product discounts

About Us

Unusual Machines is a U.S.-based drone and drone parts company focused on the small and First-

Person View (FPV) segments of the drone market. Our brands - Rotor Riot and Fat Shark - are two of

the most respected names in FPV and have helped shape the industry through e-commerce, product

development, and a deep connection with the pilot community.

We’re expanding into enterprise and defense - bringing our obsessive attention to performance,

design, and U.S.-based manufacturing into high-stakes environments like search and rescue, STEM

education, and military innovation. With several of our products already approved by the Defense

Innovation Unit, we’re solving procurement issues for customers who demand speed, agility, and

compliance.

If you love working at the intersection of community, content, and cutting-edge technology, you’ll

feel right at home here.

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin,

gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally

protected status.

Unusual Machines participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares

information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S.

Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment

eligibility.

We unfortunately cannot offer visa sponsorship for this position.