Autonomy Engineer III

SkyGrid • Austin, TX

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About The Position

SkyGrid, a Boeing Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. Based in Austin, Texas, SkyGrid builds ground based high-assurance third-party services to enable the safe operations and airspace integration of highly automated and autonomous aircraft. SkyGrid also acts as a key operational nexus for advanced air mobility, integrating and managing data, infrastructure, access, and traffic to support seamless and efficient air traffic services. SkyGrid is seeking an Autonomy Engineer III to join our Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) R&D team to build the future of safe, efficient, and scalable Air Traffic Management (ATM) solutions. You will be responsible for taking autonomy concepts from early-stage ideas through prototyping and validation to establish system requirements. In this role, you will focus on maturing autonomy capabilities to support technology maturation through prototype development. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, external partners, and customers. As an Autonomy Engineer III, you will be provided opportunities to establish yourself as an externally recognized leader for our technology. This position also involves occasional travel to support lab and flight test activities, and internal and industry demonstration events.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years of experience in autonomy, control systems, robotics, or aerospace software development.
• B.S. in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or related field.
• Work experience in algorithm development or R&D for autonomous systems.
• Experience with mathematical formulation of vehicle kinematics and dynamics, route planning, optimization, conflict detection and resolution algorithms.
• Proficiency in software prototyping leveraging varied appropriate technologies such as Simulink, MATLAB, C/C++, and Python.
• Strong understanding of networking principles and communication protocols.
• Strong proficiency in authoring APIs, ICDs, and other technical documentation for software and hardware integration.
• Familiarity with R&D of algorithms and functions that enable autonomous systems.
• Development, integration, and testing in SIL/HIL simulation environments.
• Strong debugging, test design, and simulation skills in complex systems.

Nice To Haves

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or related field — or equivalent industry experience.
• Completion of MathWorks certified training in topics such as Simulink, Model-Based Design, and Embedded Coder.
• Familiarity with aviation and air traffic management operations.
• Familiarity with developing software in alignment with industry standards, such as DO-178C.
• Experience developing software for Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
• Experience contributing to evolving system and software requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work in a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Take autonomy concepts through iterative R&D prototyping, testing, and analysis to generate formal system requirements.
• Implement algorithms using a variety of approaches with Simulink, C/C++, MATLAB, Python, and others as appropriate.
• Prepare documentation and contribute to varying technical documents, particularly technology maturation reports.
• Collaborate with internal teams to define functional and performance requirements for autonomy-based functions.
• Collaborate with software engineers to design and develop integration interfaces within the overarching product codebase.
• Participate in design reviews, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) / Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing, live flight testing, and demonstration events.
• Foster collaboration by engaging with external organizations, research institutions, and industry partners, as well as supporting technical publications and conference contributions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage from Day One: Enjoy immediate access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options.
• Generous Retirement Contributions: Benefit from an automatic company 401k contribution program, with no match required, plus an additional company matching program to boost your retirement savings.
• Calm Annual Membership: Prioritize your mental health with complimentary access to mindfulness and meditation resources.
• Discounted ClassPass Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to thousands of fitness studios and gyms nationwide.
• Investment in Your Growth: Receive an annual stipend for learning and development to support your continuous education and skill development.
• Engaging Team Activities: Participate in quarterly team-building events and celebrations organized by our dedicated culture committee.
• Fully Stocked Kitchen: Enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages to keep you fueled throughout the day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees