Lead Autonomy Engineer – Special Programs
Core
Lead autonomy stack design and development for prototype vehicles, including perception, planning, and autonomy software architecture.
Role type
Lead Autonomy Engineer (Special Programs)
Builds
Rapid-prototyping efforts for advanced and defense-focused aircraft
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, Autonomous Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
autonomy stack design, perception, planning, autonomy software architecture, rapid prototyping, technical feasibility assessment, cross-functional collaboration, technical documentation, trade studies
Preferred skills
advanced degree in relevant field, experience with simulation environments, flight test support
Technologies
autonomy frameworks, simulation environments, flight test support tools
Responsibilities
Lead autonomy stack design and development, support rapid prototyping end-to-end, own autonomy discipline standards, conduct technical feasibility assessments, collaborate cross-functionally, produce technical documentation and trade studies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical ownership