Robotics and Autonomy Engineer (ES)
About The Position
The Robotics and Autonomy Engineer will develop autonomy and perception algorithms for Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) for real-time execution in fully underwater, real-world applications at the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL). The selected applicant will participate in the development cycle from initial implementation through testing in oceans, harbors, rivers, and local lakes, and ultimately transition capabilities to Navy Sailors. The role involves developing sonar-based autonomy for obstacle avoidance, multi-agent decision-making, and dynamic replanning in complex underwater environments, as well as perception algorithms that improve vehicle situational awareness. The engineer will analyze sonar and navigation data, contribute to system concepts and proposals, coordinate project execution with development staff, collaborate on large projects with substantial ownership, and document work to support knowledge transfer. Standard office conditions apply, with possible field testing and travel.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Engineering, Computer Science, Math, or a related field.
- Experience with robotics or autonomous vehicles through coursework, internships, personal projects, or research (e.g., ROS, autonomy stacks, or machine learning).
- Three years of relevant experience in robotics algorithm development.
- Strong object-oriented programming skills in Python and/or C/C++.
- Comfort working with Unix/Linux.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the project requirements of the position; selected applicant will undergo a government security investigation.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Math, or Applied Sciences, with emphasis in autonomous vehicles, robotics, learning systems, data analysis, or a related field.
- Eligibility for immediate access to classified information.
- Five or more years of related experience.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Responsibilities
- Develop sonar-based autonomy algorithms for obstacle avoidance, multi-agent decision-making, and dynamic replanning in complex underwater environments.
- Design perception algorithms to increase vehicle situational awareness.
- Analyze sonar and navigation data to identify algorithm improvements.
- Test algorithms in water, including local lake testing and field tests in oceans, harbors, or rivers.
- Develop system concepts and proposals and coordinate project execution with development staff.
- Collaborate on large projects with a high degree of ownership.
- Document work to support knowledge transfer.
- Perform other related functions as assigned.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage.
- Retirement contributions.
- Paid vacation and sick time.
- Paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
