Principal Autonomy Engineer
Core
Architect and lead the end-to-end autonomous navigation stack for unmanned surface vessels, covering World Model, planning, decision-making, and vehicle interface.
Role type
Principal Autonomy Engineer (hands-on IC with leadership)
Builds
Autonomous navigation stack for unmanned surface vessels (USVs)
Domain
Defense / Maritime Robotics / Autonomous Systems
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
System architecture, ROS2, C++, embedded systems, real-time robotics, safety engineering, technical leadership
Preferred skills
Maritime/USV experience, COLREGs knowledge, defense program experience, simulation infrastructure
Technologies
ROS2, C++ (via careerplan.io/jobs/86-003-A7-37D-principal-autonomy-engineer-at-orca-ai)
