Lead Engineer, Advanced Behaviors & Algorithms – Special Programs
Core
Designing and validating mission-level behaviors, tactics, and decision logic for prototype electric aircraft operating in contested or dynamic environments.
Role type
Lead IC aerospace systems engineer (advanced behaviors & algorithms)
Builds
Rapid-prototype electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for defense and advanced programs
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / Autonomous Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
mission-level behavior design, decision logic architecture, scenario-based validation, technical feasibility assessment, cross-functional collaboration, technical documentation, trade studies
Preferred skills
advanced degree in aerospace/robotics, experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing, government stakeholder engagement
Technologies
simulation environments, behavior modeling tools, flight test infrastructure
Responsibilities
Lead design and validation of advanced mission behaviors and tactics; Support rapid prototyping from concept through flight test; Own the advanced behaviors discipline and set technical standards; Conduct technical feasibility assessments of new opportunities; Produce technical documentation and trade studies; Represent the program in internal reviews and government discussions
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical ownership
