Autonomy Engineer - Motion Planning & Controls

Autonomy Engineer
- Motion Planning & Controls

As an Autonomy Engineer
- Motion Planning & Controls , you will design, build, and validate motion planning and control systems for intelligent autonomous vehicles. You will collaborate with a cross-functional team of electrical, mechanical, and software experts to explore new concepts through rapid, iterative prototyping. We are seeking adaptable engineers who collaborate effectively across disciplines, brainstorm innovative ideas, and navigate through emerging embedded technologies.

Most importantly, you should have a proven ability to drive a concept through the prototype phase and excel in hardware/software co-development.

• Design, implement, and maintain autonomy software for motion planning, trajectory optimization, and flight control.
• Integrate systems into real-world platforms, bridging research and production.
• Stay current on research and apply state-of-the-art techniques.

• Master's or PhD degree in Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent working experience.
• Proficiency in C/C++ with experience shipping production-grade software.
• Strong foundation in modern control system design, including MPC.
• Experience developing and implementing motion planning and trajectory optimization systems.
• Working understanding rotorcraft and fixed-wing aircraft flight dynamics.
• Hands-on experience implementing motion planning and control software on real robotics vehicles.
• Comfortable developing and reasoning about multi-threaded real-time systems.

• Be part of a rapidly scaling startup defining the future of autonomous intelligence.
• Collaborative, high-trust culture that values innovation, execution, and continuous learning.
• Competitive salary, meaningful equity, and generous benefits package.

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AI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.

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