Job Summary

The Technical Associate – Drone & Robotics supports MRANTI's initiatives under MDTAP30, NRR30, and Area57 & Robotics Innovation Hub, providing technical expertise, operational support, and stakeholder engagement to advance Malaysia's drone ecosystem across sectors like agriculture, healthcare, delivery, and surveillance.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Support
Provide technical expertise and operational support for the implementation of drone-related initiatives under MDTAP30 and Area57.
Assist in developing and evaluating technical requirements, flight operations plans, and standard operating procedures (SOPS) for pilot projects and ecosystem programs.
Ecosystem Development
Engage and collaborate with stakeholders, regulators, innovators, companies, education providers to facilitate ecosystem-building initiatives.
Support organizing workshops, demonstration sessions, training programs, and other initiatives under MDTAP30 and Area57 that showcase technology applications and capabilities.
Support in organising events, programs and social media engagements related to drone technology.
Project Implementation
Monitor and track progress of drone-related projects and initiatives under MDTAP30 and Area57, ensuring timelines, goals, and delivery are met.
Prepare progress reports, technical documents, and relevant data to aid decision-making and policy development.
Compliance and Regulations
Support adherence to Malaysian regulations and guidelines (such as CAAM, MCMC, SIRIM) for drone operations under MRANTI programs.
Liaise with regulators and industry stakeholders to resolve technical and operational issues related to compliance.
Technology Evaluation
Provide technical input for evaluating innovations, prototypes, and solutions from innovators and companies participating in MRANTI programs.
Support the assessment of technology readiness, capabilities, and potential applications for industry use — particularly for MDTAP30 and Area57 initiatives.
Support for MDTAP30 Goals
Contribute to the implementation of MDTAP30 initiatives to accelerate ecosystem growth, industry competitiveness, and technology commercialisation.
Provide technical expertise to help execute key strategies under MDTAP30, such as developing industry standards, strengthening policy framework, and scaling up pilot projects.
Support for Area57 Innovation Hub
Assist in the day-to-day technical operations and programs at MRANTI's Area57, a drone and robotics innovation hub.
Provide technical oversight for companies, innovators, and innovators-in-residence at Area57, helping them to test, validate, and showcase their technologies in a real-world environment.
Other responsibilities
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required by the Department Lead or Manager.

Job Requirement

Candidate should possess a Bachelor Degree, Diploma / Advanced Diploma, Professional Certificates or equivalent in Engineering (Aviation / Aeronautics / Astronautics),Engineering (Mechanical),Engineering (Others).
Possess professional certifications in drone operations, drone maintenance or related technical fields will be an advantage.
Open to fresh graduates and entry-level candidates. Prior experience in the drone industry, ecosystem development, or related technical roles will be an added advantage.
Basic knowledge of regulatory framework and operational procedures (CAAM, MCMC & SIRIM)
Ability to work in a team and communicate effective with stakeholders at all levels.
Initiative, adaptability and problem-solving skills in a fast-changing environment.
Willingness to learn and grow with the industry.
Good communication skills in English, Malay language for both spoken and written

Technical Associate, Drone & Robotics