Deputy Chief Engineer - Autonomy
Core
Lead the development and deployment of autonomy and APNT solutions for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UASs), guiding programs from R&D to flight testing and fielding.
Role type
Senior program leadership engineer (autonomy & GNC)
Builds
Autonomy and GNC capabilities for embedded and full-stack UAS applications
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / National Security
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Program leadership, multidisciplinary team management, R&D execution, systems integration, business development, technical vision setting
Preferred skills
Experience with embedded software, full-stack application development, stakeholder management
Technologies
UAS autonomy frameworks, GNC systems, embedded software stacks
Responsibilities
Set technical vision and direction for autonomy programs; Guide programs from R&D through flight testing to fielding; Lead multidisciplinary teams in developing autonomy and GNC capabilities; Manage program execution for schedule and budget adherence; Identify and pursue new business opportunities; Provide technical oversight to program team members
