Staff Autonomy Integration Engineer

Redwire Defense Tech

2d•$154,000 - $201,000•Remote

About The Position

Redwire Defense Tech is seeking an experienced Autonomy/AI Software Engineer with a strong background in optimization algorithms, embedded systems, and safety-critical software development, along with deep expertise in C++ and C# for high-performance applications. The Staff Autonomy Integration Engineer will focus on designing and implementing a new architecture that enables advanced algorithms to seamlessly integrate with autonomy products. The solutions developed will be deployed on operational aircraft supporting global missions, requiring robust, reliable, and safety-focused software engineering.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in open systems, preferably within aerospace or unmanned robotics domains.
Proficiency in C++ and Python for embedded software development.
Experience working in Linux environments and with Docker containerization.
Familiarity with communication standards and frameworks such as STANAG, DDS, REST, gRPC, and/or Kafka.
Demonstrated ownership and accountability in solving complex problems within dynamic, high-stakes environments.
Ability to work independently and take full ownership of technical challenges and deliverables.
Strong experience documenting processes and maintaining quality in regulated or safety-critical environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong customer-focused mindset.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of unmanned systems or robotics architectures.
Understanding of flight-critical and mission-critical software requirements.
Knowledge of flight behavior and aircraft performance principles.

Responsibilities

Assist with implementation of the onboard autonomy agent on a Jetson processor, integrating it with the aircraft’s mission system.
Develop customer-facing SDKs and integration kits to support extension and adaptation of the autonomy system.
Build and maintain an ecosystem of utilities, software, and tools for robotics and autonomous systems using both proprietary and commercially available technologies.
Create and maintain documentation and supporting materials for mission systems, SDKs, and associated software and hardware.
Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in embedded environments, ensuring software meets high safety and performance standards.
Maintain rigorous documentation and version control for safety-critical systems, supporting audits and compliance requirements.