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Mission Software Engineer, Vehicle Software, Computer Vision

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)💼 Full-time💰 $220,000–$220,000🗓 2026-07-14 → 2026-07-31

Core

Developing guidance systems and real-time image processing algorithms for autonomous air vehicles using computer vision and sensor fusion.

Role type

Mission Software Engineer, Vehicle Software, Computer Vision

Builds

Guidance systems for large air vehicles (e.g., unmanned fighter jets)

Domain

Defense / Aerospace / Autonomous Robotics

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

C++, Python, camera calibration, pose estimation, IMU integration, state fusion algorithms, real-time image processing, software testing, debugging, performance optimization

Preferred skills

SLAM systems, RADAR/LIDAR estimation, aviation concepts, airgapped environment development, defense tactics knowledge, safety-critical software practices (DO-178c, MIL-HDBK-516C)

Technologies

Python, C++, IMUs, camera systems

Responsibilities

Integrate and write tests for camera calibration code; Develop and refine algorithms for real-time image processing and analysis; Write, test, and maintain high-quality code in Python and C++; Optimize software for performance, reliability, and scalability; Process and evaluate images from live tests used by camera systems in various flight conditions; Debug and troubleshoot software and hardware issues as they arise

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC

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