DescriptionThe Tailored Autonomous Systems Group (QPJ) is seeking a Robotics & Autonomous Systems Engineer to help us develop, implement and field mission-tailored autonomous systems that perform sensing, decision-making, and coordinated action in complex operational environments. Our work spans perception, autonomy algorithms, platform behaviors, modeling and simulation, full stack development, and software deployment on resource-constrained systems.
As a Robotics & Autonomous Systems Engineer, you will...- You will work closely with engineers, scientists, and program managers to develop mission-relevant autonomous systems for sponsors and end users in the defense and intelligence communities.
- You will contribute to the architecture, design, implementation, integration, and test of autonomy systems spanning sensing, software, communications, and hardware.
- You will develop and integrate capabilities including perception, planning, navigation, controls, AI/ML inference, and multi-agent autonomy on resource-constrained platforms.
- You will participate in system architecture trades, requirements development, interface definition, and technical design reviews throughout the system lifecycle.
- You will support verification, validation, and test activities, including simulation, hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), laboratory integration, and field experimentation.
- You will collaborate across mechanical, electrical, software, systems, and AI/ML disciplines to deliver integrated mission capabilities.
- You will present technical work to project teams, leadership, and sponsors, while taking increasing ownership of technical tasks and project execution.
- You will contribute to proposal development, internal research initiatives (IRAD), and technology transition efforts that expand the group's autonomy portfolio.
QualificationsYou meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...- Hold a Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or another related technical field.
- Have at least 2 years of professional experience developing, integrating, testing, or fielding robotics, autonomous systems, embedded systems, or other complex engineering systems.
- Have experience contributing to the design, development, integration, and test of hardware and/or software systems.
- Have experience programming in one or more languages such as Python, C++, Rust, or similar.
- Have strong written and verbal communication skills and enjoy working in multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Are able to obtain an Interim Top Secret security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...- Hold a Master's degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
- Have experience developing robotic platforms, autonomous systems, or embedded systems for operational environments.
- Have experience with ROS/ROS2, Gazebo, Isaac Sim, Unreal Engine, AirSim, or similar robotics simulation environments.
- Have experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) testing, digital twins, or simulation-based system development.
- Have experience with AI/ML, perception, planning, controls, SLAM, navigation, or multi-agent autonomy.
- Have experience with systems engineering, including requirements development, interface definition, system integration, verification, or technical trade studies.
- Have experience leading small technical efforts or work packages, including coordinating technical tasks across multiple disciplines.
- Have experience supporting proposal development or IRAD activities.
- Have experience working directly with DoD, Intelligence Community, or other government sponsors.
- Hold an active Top Secret security clearance.
Minimum Rate$85,000 Annually
Maximum Rate$195,000 Annually
