Control Systems / Embedded Software Engineer
About The Position
The Control Systems / Embedded Software Engineer will participate in all aspects of control systems design and embedded software engineering including architecture definition, requirements analysis, design, implementation, test, and documentation. The software may range from low level device drivers and motor commutation to communications, power management and high-level applications controlling robotic devices. This position conducts hands-on debugging that spans the mechanical, electrical, and control system domains typical of robotic systems. The successful candidate will have the ability to translate objectives to results and deliverables with little oversight and direction; lead software development projects of moderate to high complexity and work in a highly-collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment.
Requirements
- C/C++/Python software development
- Experience with ROS (Robot Operating System)
- Proficiency with Git/Github
- Real-time programming under Linux
- Familiarity with Linux command line tools
- Design and implementation of control algorithms
- Experience with Matlab/Octave/Python (NumPy/SciPy/Matplotlib)
- Development of device drivers and board support packages
- Experience with communications protocols and peripherals (RS232/422/485,CAN, TCP/IP, etc.)
- Familiarity with instrumentation & tools required for debug, test and integration of embedded systems, including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc.
- Ability and desire to learn new concepts and skills quickly
- Experience with motor control and sensor interfacing
- BS/MS/PhD in Robotics, Mechanical or Electrical engineering, Physics or a related field.
- At least 5 years’ experience
- This specific position requires U.S. Citizenship.
- The applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with motor control and sensor interfacing
- Experience with motion planning
- Experience with unmanned ground vehicles
- Experience with localization, mapping, and autonomous navigation
- Experience with software safety
- Experience with electronics design (Altium or similar)
- An active Secret clearance is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Supports, communicates, reinforces and defends the mission, values and culture of the organization
- Adheres to all quality and safety standards
- Supports other projects and performs duties as assigned
- Guide junior engineers across disciplines
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
