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Software Integration Engineer - Defense

Ann Arbor💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-11 → 2026-09-26

Core

Own hardware and software decisions for vehicle builds, managing compute/sensor architecture, harness routing, and drive-by-wire integration to create demo-ready autonomous systems.

Role type

Senior Systems Integration Engineer (Hardware/Embedded/Autonomy)

Builds

Autonomous vehicle prototypes and demo-ready systems

Domain

Automotive, Defense, Robotics, Physical AI

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Systems integration, hardware architecture, wiring harness design, sensor mounting, drive-by-wire coordination, cross-functional collaboration, international travel

Preferred skills

Drive-by-wire (DBW) tuning, low-level vehicle controls, camera/sensor specification, operational site standup, defense/government program experience

Technologies

Compute systems, Sensors, Drive-by-wire systems

Responsibilities

Define hardware architecture and drive procurement of long-lead components; Coordinate wiring harness design and sensor mounting; Specify sensor tuning requirements; Partner with autonomy teams on DBW validation; Travel internationally to lead vehicle builds and hardware installs; Scope new operational sites for engineering and compliance needs

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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