Principal State Estimation Engineer (R4602)
Core
Develop and optimize state estimation algorithms to fuse multi-sensor data (IMU, radar, camera, GPS) for autonomous aircraft operation in contested environments.
Role type
Principal State Estimation Engineer (GNC)
Builds
Real-time sensor data processing pipelines and state estimation algorithms for autonomous drones (X-BAT)
Domain
Defense technology / Autonomous systems / Sensor fusion
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
State estimation (Kalman filters, particle filters), Real-time sensor processing (IMU, radar, camera, GPS), C++11+, Linux, Algorithm optimization
Preferred skills
Inertial navigation algorithms, Computer vision, CUDA/FPGA hardware acceleration, R&D to production transition
Technologies
C++11, Linux, CUDA, FPGAs, Kalman filters, Particle filters, IMU, Radar, GPS
Responsibilities
Develop advanced sensor algorithms, Enhance state estimation via multi-sensor integration, Design real-time processing pipelines, Conduct field tests for validation, Collaborate with cross-functional teams, Stay updated on sensor technology advancements
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategy & mentorship