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Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Navigation/Localization

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)💼 Full-time💰 $220,000–$220,000🗓 2026-09-24 → 2026-09-26

Core

Develop and integrate navigation and localization algorithms for autonomous aerial platforms (Omen, Thunder) to operate in GNSS-contested environments.

Role type

Senior IC robotics software engineer (navigation/localization)

Builds

Autonomous flight systems and mission execution software for unmanned aerial vehicles

Domain

Defense technology, autonomous systems, computer vision, sensor fusion

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

Kalman filtering, sensor fusion, state estimation, SLAM, GNSS/IMU/LIDAR/Radar/Camera data processing, fault-tolerant algorithm design, simulation environment development, sensor calibration, Linux development, CUDA/NVIDIA ecosystem

Preferred skills

Python, Rust, Nix, regression testing with data replay, sensor characterization and modeling, inertial navigation, vision-based navigation

Technologies

Python, Rust, Nix, CUDA, Linux, GNSS, IMU, LIDAR, Radar, Electro-Optical sensors

Responsibilities

Implement robust sensor fusion techniques to combine multi-sensor data; rapidly test and iterate on algorithm and flight control design in the field; develop simulation and testing environments; design fault-tolerant algorithms for on-board compute constraints; analyze mission requirements to determine optimal system architecture; architect and improve calibration procedures for sensor suites; work with autonomy and hardware teams to integrate solutions into full vehicle systems; provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities

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