Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Autonomy Engineer-Technical Staff

Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in related engineering or computer science with focus on autonomous systems/robotics, or equivalent experience.
  • Master's degree with 5+ years or bachelor's with 8+ years of experience considered for candidates without a Ph.D.
  • Hands-on experience with real-world autonomous systems.
  • Proficient in modern feedback control and state estimation techniques.
  • Expertise in programming with C++, Python, and ROS in a Linux environment.
  • Strong ability to develop and present technical materials to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build cutting-edge autonomous systems as part of an agile team.
  • Conduct thorough modeling, simulation, and feasibility assessments.
  • Lead system design and development processes.
  • Test components and systems to ensure quality and functionality.
  • Present findings and conduct demonstrations for customers and stakeholders.
  • Manage projects and guide team members through mentorship activities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans.
  • MIT-funded pension.
  • Matching 401K.
  • Paid leave including vacation, sick, and parental leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.
  • Mentorship programs available.
  • Flexible work-life balance options.
Full Job Description
Position Description

The Tactical Autonomy Group is seeking a senior autonomous systems developer to design, build, and test state-of-the-art autonomous systems as part of an agile, cross-functional team. Responsibilities include concept development, modeling & simulation, feasibility assessment, system design, system development/construction, component and system testing, and supporting analysis. Additional responsibilities include customer presentations and demonstrations, team/project management, and staff mentorship.

Our team works on innovative and fast-paced autonomous system programs from concept through operational prototype. We also continue to push the cutting edge in autonomy and AI research. Autonomy research and development topics could include one or more of the following: guidance/planning, estimation and feedback control, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and computer vision.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, systems engineering, computer science, or related field with coursework and research emphasis on autonomous systems / robotics.
  • In lieu of a Ph.D., a master's degree with 5+ years of directly related experience or a bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience will be considered.
  • Hands on experience developing autonomous systems operating in real world environments.
  • Experience with modern feedback control and state estimation.
  • Programming experience with C++, Python, and ROS using a Linux development environment.
  • Candidates should have strong skills in the development and presentation of technical materials to varied audiences.


Recent Graduate Hiring Range: $145,200 - $170,000
Experienced Hiring Range: $145,200 - $220,000

Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including-but not limited to-the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
  • MIT-funded pension
  • Matching 401K
  • Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
  • Mentorship programs
  • A range of work-life balance options
  • ... and much more!

Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.

Requisition ID: 43134

About Massachusetts Institute of Technology

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is a private research university located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. MIT is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) and is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity". The university is known for its strong emphasis on scientific and technological research and its engineering programs. MIT was founded in 1861 and has a long history of innovation and entrepreneurship. The university has produced numerous Nobel laureates, Rhodes Scholars, and MacArthur Fellows.
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