Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Systems Engineering | UAV Systems Engineering Workshop
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Systems Engineering (UAVSE) is rapidly evolving to support defense, commercial, and research applications. This workshop by Tonex offers an in-depth understanding of systems engineering principles as applied to UAVs, from architecture design to integration and lifecycle management. Participants will explore airframe subsystems, propulsion, avionics, and communication architecture with a systems-thinking approach. The course also examines cybersecurity vulnerabilities in UAV operations—covering data interception, GPS spoofing, and secure communication frameworks. With increasing reliance on UAVs in sensitive environments, understanding their cybersecurity implications is essential for safeguarding mission-critical data and infrastructure.
Audience:
- Systems Engineers
- Aerospace Engineers
- Defense Contractors
- Cybersecurity Professionals
- UAV Design and Integration Specialists
- Technical Project Managers
Learning Objectives:
- Understand systems engineering in the context of UAV design and deployment
- Analyze key UAV subsystems including propulsion, avionics, and payload
- Evaluate integration and interoperability challenges in UAV networks
- Apply security principles to protect UAV operations from cyber threats
- Design reliable and efficient UAV communication architectures
- Examine compliance and safety requirements for UAV systems
Course Modules
Module 1: UAV Systems Overview
- Fundamentals of UAV system engineering
- Types and classifications of UAVs
- Components and architecture overview
- Operational domains and mission profiles
- Regulatory and compliance standards
- Challenges in UAV systems development
Module 2: Airframe and Propulsion Design
- Airframe configuration and structural integrity
- Propulsion system types and selection criteria
- Weight distribution and payload constraints
- Aerodynamics considerations in system design
- Power systems and energy efficiency
- Integration of propulsion with control systems
Module 3: Avionics and Sensors
- Key avionics subsystems in UAVs
- Sensor technologies and applications
- Navigation and guidance systems
- Data acquisition and signal processing
- Embedded control system design
- Redundancy and fault tolerance mechanisms
Module 4: Communication and Data Links
- UAV communication system architecture
- Ground control station interfaces
- Line-of-sight vs. beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS)
- Secure data transmission methods
- Inter-UAV communication and swarming
- Satellite integration and limitations
Module 5: Cybersecurity in UAV Systems
- UAV cyber threat landscape
- Secure command and control protocols
- Encryption techniques for UAV networks
- GPS spoofing and countermeasures
- Securing data links and telemetry
- Regulatory frameworks for UAV cybersecurity
Module 6: Integration and Lifecycle Management
- System integration methodologies
- Testing, validation, and verification processes
- Maintenance and upgrade strategies
- Interoperability with other platforms
- End-of-life planning and decommissioning
- Documentation and configuration management
Join the UAV Systems Engineering Workshop by Tonex to master the multidisciplinary challenges of designing and securing next-generation UAV platforms. Equip yourself with the knowledge to lead UAV projects confidently—from concept to operation—while ensuring robust cybersecurity and systems integrity. Register today and future-proof your expertise in this high-impact domain.