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Why Join UBC Uncrewed Aircraft Systems?
UBC UAS is a great place to get a taste of industry, develop a diverse range of technical skills, network with like-minded individuals, and work on meaningful projects. Every year we design and build new systems from the ground up for our national Aerial Evolution Association of Canada (AEAC) competition and international Student Unmanned Aerial Systems (SUAS) competition hosted by the RoboNation. We also like to have fun - we treat our design team members like family and host regular socials.
Fall Recruitment Timeline
- Applications Open: August 22nd
- Info Session 1: Early September (TBD)
- Imagine Day: September 2nd, 1–5 PM, Koerner Plaza
- Info Session 2: September 7th (TBD)
- Applications Closed: September 14th
- First General Meeting: September 27th
Upcoming Events
Application Window: August 22nd - September 14th
Come visit us at one of the upcoming events to ask questions and learn more about UBC Uncrewed Aircraft Systems!
Position Openings
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General Member Roles
UBC UAS has four sub-teams for general members: Aircraft, Payload, Electrical, and Software. Each sub-team focuses on specific skillsets and projects within the team.
Aircraft
The aircraft sub-team builds innovative uncrewed aerial vehicles for our competitions. Members design and manufacture aerodynamic and lightweight airframes, control surfaces, and landing gear. You will learn and apply skills in mechanical design, aerodynamics, manufacturing, control surface selection, airfoil analysis, and simulation tools. The team is also responsible for the upkeep of active aircraft and ensuring flight readiness for test flights and competition, working closely with the software, payload, and electrical sub-teams to ensure proper integration between systems.
Payload
The payload sub-team creates mission-specific payload systems for competition, including autonomous delivery rovers, winch mechanisms, and other systems that interface with the aircraft. You will work on projects that involve the integration of multiple engineering disciplines, develop enclosures and structures controlled by electrical components, and use CAD, FEA software, and various manufacturing techniques such as 3D printing and laser cutting. Knowledge of statics, materials, and mechanical design principles is an asset.
Electrical
The electrical sub-team designs and integrates electrical systems for both aircraft and payload projects. You will work on communication systems management, power management, signal processing, soldering, PCB design, sensor calibration, and embedded systems. Tasks include designing and implementing electrical systems, working with microcontrollers, controlling motors and circuits, and ensuring proper integration between systems. Experience with EDA tools, power distribution, and embedded development is an asset.
Software
The software sub-team works on a variety of projects and uses a range of tools and languages, including JavaScript, Go, C++, Git, Angular, Python, React, Django, Docker, and Linux. Members can choose projects at the start of the year and work in a sprint-based system. Some developers may work on embedded development for payload or aircraft projects, which involves microcontrollers, control systems, and telemetry. Knowledge of motor control, control systems, and microcontrollers is an asset. Prior professional software development experience is not required but is helpful. Open-source contributions are also a plus.
Admin Team Roles
Events Coordinator
The events coordinator is responsible for organizing and planning team events. This includes team socials, workshops, and trips. The events coordinator will also be responsible for organizing and planning public events such as recruitment events. This role is a great opportunity to develop your leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Finance Manager
The finance manager is responsible for managing the team’s finances. This includes managing the team’s budget, applying for grants, processing purchases, and delegating finance work to executive members. This role is a great opportunity to develop your financial knowledge, leadership, and organizational skills.
Social Media Manager
Working as our social media manager, you will assist with promoting the team and its projects on social media. This includes creating content for our social media platforms, managing our social media accounts, and engaging with our followers. This role is a great opportunity to use your creativity as well as develop your communication and marketing skills.
Website Designer
The website designer is responsible for maintaining and updating the team’s website. This includes ensuring the website is visually appealing, user-friendly, and up-to-date with the latest team updates, events, and news. The role involves collaborating with other team members to ensure that content is accurately reflected on the website. This is a great opportunity to develop your web design, coding, and creative skills.
Sponsorship Manager
The sponsorship manager is responsible for identifying and securing sponsorship opportunities to support the team’s projects and events. This includes reaching out to potential sponsors, managing existing sponsorship relationships, and ensuring that sponsorship agreements are fulfilled. The role involves a lot of networking and communication, making it a fantastic opportunity to develop your negotiation, communication, and business development skills.
Videographer/Photographer
The videographer/photographer is responsible for capturing the team’s events, projects, and activities through high-quality photos and videos. This role includes shooting and editing footage for promotional materials, social media content, and documenting important milestones. It’s a great opportunity to showcase your creativity, build your portfolio, and develop your skills in video production and photography.
Content Editor
The content editor is responsible for writing and proofreading all written content produced by the team is clear, engaging, and free of errors. This includes editing social media updates any other written communications. The role involves close collaboration with the social media manager, website designer, and other team members. It’s an excellent opportunity to hone your writing, editing, and communication skills.
FAQ
You will be able to access the application through our website starting August 22nd at midnight (PST).
This webpage (ubcuas.com/recruitment)! All the application details and links will be updated on August 22nd.
The application process includes a general submission (with your resume, desired position, as well as some other information that will be released on August 22nd). Be ready to show your eagerness and passion!
Don’t have much experience? We have your back. As a new member you can expect to be grouped with people of different levels of experience. We want to create an environment where you can learn, improve your skills, and gain valuable experience, all while doing meaningful work.
We expect our members to commit 5-8 hours per week. This includes our weekly team meeting on Saturdays where we come together to discuss, plan, and collaborate. We understand that school comes first, and we will work with you to ensure that you are able to balance your schoolwork and team work.
Once our applications open, we start reviewing applications on a rolling basis. During this period, strong applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview and, depending on the team, complete a small design challenge. Don’t worry if you don’t get a response right away, as it takes significant time and effort to go through the large number of applications we receive. After completing an interview, applicants will be notified of the results of their application. Again, this will not happen right away in most cases, so please be patient.
More questions? Send us an email at [email protected].
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