Flock Safety

Lead Aviation Support Engineer

United States

$150,000 – $175,000Compensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Public Safety, Biotechnology, AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have 10+ years of experience in a technical support, engineering, or related role. Proven expertise troubleshooting and remotely supporting robotic or autonomous systems is required, along with strong working knowledge of Embedded Linux environments. Familiarity with electrical and mechanical hardware, general IT understanding of networking and cloud infrastructure, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and development teams are essential. Strong organizational skills for issue tracking, escalation management, and documentation, as well as experience interfacing directly with customers in high-stakes or technical contexts, are also necessary. The ability to review logs, trace faults, and perform in-depth troubleshooting of complex systems, along with skills in producing clear troubleshooting guides and knowledge base content for Tier 2 support, are required. Preferred qualifications include experience analyzing historical robotic path and telemetry data (e.g., RViz, PX4Tools, or similar) and a background in teleoperation of robotic systems.

Responsibilities

The Lead Aviation Support Engineer will provide advanced technical guidance to Tier 2 support for general troubleshooting. They will own and resolve case escalations for Tier 3 support in partnership with the engineering development team. This role involves delivering critical feedback loops to engineering for iterative product development and collaborating with operations to drive customer issue resolution.

Skills

Aviation
Drones
Connectivity
Video Transmission
Power Management
Thermal Management
Imaging
Public Safety Technology
Remote Operations

Flock Safety

License plate reader cameras for crime prevention

About Flock Safety

Flock Safety provides a system aimed at enhancing public safety through crime prevention while ensuring privacy and reducing bias. The main product is a network of license plate reader cameras that capture essential vehicle information, which helps in solving crimes. These cameras utilize machine learning technology to ensure that the data collected is objective and ethically used. Flock Safety serves a variety of clients, including neighborhoods, businesses, and law enforcement agencies in over 1,000 cities. The company operates on a subscription model, where clients pay for the installation, maintenance, and access to data and analytics. This approach not only generates a steady revenue stream but also allows clients to benefit from ongoing updates and support. Flock Safety's goal is to create safer communities by providing effective crime prevention tools that respect individual privacy and foster trust between the public and law enforcement.

Atlanta, GeorgiaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$372.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_ECompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Unlimited PTO
12 paid holidays
Fully-paid health benefits
16 weeks of parental leave
Work from home allowance
Learning & development stipend
Home office stipend

Risks

Privacy concerns may lead to legal challenges affecting ALPR technology operations.
Integration of drone technology may increase operational costs and financial strain.
Economic downturns could reduce client spending on subscription-based services.

Differentiation

Flock Safety integrates ALPR cameras with AI for unbiased crime-solving data.
The company offers a full-service, maintenance-free technology solution for public safety.
Flock Safety's platform combines community power to enhance safety across cities and businesses.

Upsides

Acquisition of Aerodome enhances drone technology for public safety solutions.
Partnership with MS2 expands AI Traffic Analytics capabilities for state agencies.
Solar-Powered Condor video solutions increase market penetration in infrastructure-lacking areas.

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