Robotics and Autonomy Engineer (ES)
University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX
•$104,000 - $174,000•Onsite
About The Position
Develop autonomy and perception algorithms for Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles 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, and rivers, and transition resulting capabilities to Navy Sailors. The position involves algorithm development, analysis, field testing, project coordination, collaboration, and documentation.
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; examples include 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.
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 autonomy algorithms using sonar data for obstacle avoidance, multi-agent decision-making, and dynamic replanning in complex underwater environments.
- Design perception algorithms that 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
