Pilot Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience developing and debugging software and algorithms in C/C++ for Linux-based embedded systems, including driver development and integration of sensors, platforms, and interfaces
• 2+ years of experience developing autonomy algorithms such as localization and path planning for navigation
• 2+ years of experience leading robotic software development efforts, including requirements specification, design, implementation, integration, planning, tasking, testing, and code reviews
• 1+ years of experience integrating Sensor Fusion and State Estimation algorithms, including Kalman filters, particle filters, SLAM, and VIO
• Knowledge of ROS2 to develop software for robotic applications
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a Robotics field

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of experience with computer vision such as OpenCV, camera models, and camera calibrations
• 2+ years of experience working with UAS platforms and PX4-based flight controllers
• 2+ years of experience working with software containerization methods and utilities such as Docker and Docker-compose
• Experience leading software development efforts following DevOps principles, including Agile, CI/CD, and test-driven development, and using automation tools, including pipelines and runners
• Experience briefing DoD leaders and customers, and collecting requirements for defense missions
• Experience with Universal Command and Control Interface (UCI) for UAS and Open Mission Systems (OMS)
• Experience with QGroundControl
• Secret clearance
• Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a Robotics-related field preferred
• Doctorate degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a Robotics-related field a plus
• FAA Small UAS Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification

Responsibilities

• Conduct the research, development, integration, deployment, and evaluation of robotic and unmanned systems across multiple operational domains and DoD warfighter mission areas
• Function at the intersection of software and hardware to design, build, test, and demonstrate new robotic capabilities that address complex client problems in sensing, autonomy, and human interaction
• Apply advanced engineering skills, extensive technical expertise, and full industry knowledge
• Develop innovative solutions to complex problems
• Work without considerable direction
• Mentor and supervise team members

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life benefits
• Disability benefits
• Financial benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid leave
• Professional development
• Tuition assistance
• Work-life programs
• Dependent care
• Recognition awards program