Staff Autonomy Integration Engineer

Integrate autonomy software onto unmanned aircraft systems, ensuring system compatibility and mission readiness across hardware and software components.

Lead pre-flight system build, configuration, validation processes, and support live flight tests including troubleshooting and safety checks under time-critical conditions.

Manage flight data collection and analysis, collaborate with various engineering teams, support certification and compliance efforts, and improve integration and testing workflows; travel approximately 30-40% for site support.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Minimum 7 years related experience with Bachelor's degree; 5 years with Master's; 4 years with PhD, or equivalent.

Proficiency in C++ and Python programming, Linux-based development, embedded systems, shell scripting, system diagnostics, and familiarity with RTOS.

Experience supporting flight demos or live exercises and knowledge of sensor integration, sensor fusion, middleware frameworks (ROS, DDS).

Experienced in unmanned aerial systems flight test campaigns and autonomy software integration.

Skilled in sensor integration, electronics debugging, avionics bring-up, and flight control or GNC systems.

Capable of developing automation tools for system testing and comfortable engaging with government stakeholders during field events and technical reviews.