Lead Autonomy Engineer; USV
Listed on 2026-07-19
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Software Development
Robotics, Embedded Systems/ Firmware/ IoT, AI Engineer (Applied/Software), Embedded Software Engineer
Lead Autonomy Engineer
Florida | U.S. Citizenship Required | Security Clearance Eligible
The future of autonomous systems is being built today.
We’re partnering with an innovative defense technology company developing next-generation autonomous vehicles for mission-critical applications. We’re looking for an Autonomous Systems Engineer to drive the integration of cutting-edge robotics, embedded systems, AI, and vehicle autonomy into real-world platforms.
This is an opportunity to work on technology that moves beyond prototypes and into operational autonomous systems.
What You’ll Do- Lead the integration and development of autonomous vehicle systems.
- Build solutions across embedded hardware, software, sensors, and vehicle controls.
- Work on navigation, perception, communications, and mission software.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams from concept through deployment.
- 7+ years of experience developing autonomous or robotic systems.
- Hands‑on experience with UAV, UGV, or USV platforms (required).
- Strong hardware/software integration experience.
- Experience with autonomous navigation, vehicle controls, and embedded systems.
Autopilots: PX4, Ardu Pilot, Ardu Rover
Protocols: MAVLink, CAN Bus, PWM, Servo Controls
Embedded Platforms: NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi, Adafruit
Bonus SkillsROS/ROS2
* C++
* Python
* Linux
* Computer Vision
* Sensor Fusion
* AI/ML
* Path Planning
* SLAM
- Up to $150,000 – 200,000 Base Salary
- 15% Annual Bonus
- Equity / Stock Options
- Florida-based role with 40-50% travel
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