Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States
Compensation
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
Develop and implement advanced sensor algorithms for processing data from IMUs, radar, cameras, GPS, and other sensors.
Enhance state estimation algorithms by integrating multi-sensor data for improved accuracy and robustness.
Design and implement real-time sensor data processing pipelines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, autonomy researchers, and hardware engineers, to ensure seamless integration of state estimation algorithms.
This position is ideal for an individual who thrives on building advanced perception systems that enable autonomous aircraft to operate effectively in complex and contested environments. The role involves leading technical teams and supporting direct projects integrating perception solutions for defense platforms.
Compensation
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Responsibilities
Lead teams across autonomy, integration, and testing by aligning technical efforts, resolving cross-functional challenges, and driving mission-focused execution.
Design and implement robust algorithms for object detection, classification, and multi-target tracking across diverse sensor modalities.
Integrate data from vision systems, radars, and other mission sensors using probabilistic and deterministic fusion techniques to generate accurate situational awareness.
Design and refine algorithms for localization and pose estimation using IMU, GPS, vision, and other onboard sensing inputs to enable stable and accurate navigation.
Interpret interface control documents (ICDs) and technical specifications for aircraft-mounted sensors to ensure correct data handling, interpretation, and synchronization.
Lead the development of sensor calibration, mapping, and localization systems for a multi-vehicle fleet, ensuring accurate perception and planning models.
Compensation
$200,000 - $300,000
Responsibilities
Design and implement sensor calibration systems (camera, LiDAR, radar, IMU) for factory and in-field use
Build and maintain mapping pipelines, including map creation, versioning, and drift detection
Develop and improve localization algorithms, including sensor fusion, odometry, and SLAM
Define accuracy, latency, and reliability requirements for outputs consumed by downstream teams
Build tooling to validate calibration and localization quality at fleet scale
Build software that makes warehouse robots move and work reliably, including behaviors, motion control, and state estimation.
Compensation
Compensation for this position will be set based on the candidate's experience level and location. The posted salary band is applicable only to the San Francisco Bay Area and is subject to change.
Responsibilities
Develop and test robot behaviors and functions, including task sequencing and recovery from stops and interruptions
Make software robust to real hardware failures like stale data, bus errors, and sensors that misreport
Implement and tune motion control features like drive control, axis moves, and trajectory following
Bring up sensors and actuators, and debug them over CAN/CANopen and our messaging layer (NATS, ROS 2)
Define and maintain robust interfaces across a mix of off-the-shelf and in-house components, from motor drives and PLCs to internal services
Requirements
BS or MS in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
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