autonomy jobs in San Diego

Forward Deployed Engineer responsible for coordinating and executing field tests, demonstrations, and pilot programs for autonomous systems in dynamic environments. The role requires deploying and managing autonomy software in production, with expertise in computer vision, geospatial AI, embedded AI platforms (Nvidia Orin NX, Qualcomm), and navigation stacks (ArduPilot, PX4) across ground, aerial, and maritime platforms.…See more You will work closely with AI researchers, customers, and partners to implement, test, and iterate on solutions, requiring weekly travel and extended field deployments with short notice.

Senior Software Test and Automation Engineer responsible for designing and developing automated test infrastructure, validation tooling, and CI/CD integration for autonomy software systems. The role involves building Python-based test frameworks, regression and integration test suites, and performance analysis tools across simulation, SIL, HIL, and hardware environments.…See more Requires 4–7 years of experience in software test automation for robotics, autonomy, or aerospace systems, with strong proficiency in Python, Linux, and CI/CD practices. The engineer will collaborate with autonomy, systems engineering, and flight test teams to define validation strategies and provide objective software quality metrics.

Staff Systems Engineer leading technical execution of next-generation autonomous aircraft (UAS) system architecture, including avionics, autonomy, propulsion, sensors, and mission-critical systems integration. Responsibilities include defining system requirements and behavior through model-based systems engineering (MBSE), conducting safety analyses (FHA, FMEA, FTA), trade studies, and ensuring compliance with military and aviation standards.…See more Requires 8+ years in aerospace/defense systems engineering, deep expertise in autonomy-driven flight systems, proficiency in MBSE tools (SysML, DOORS, CAMEO), and experience with Group 4/5 UAS or military aircraft platforms, including flight testing and DoD acquisition processes.

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will lead the technical design and integration of autonomous aircraft systems for defense applications. You will own system architecture, avionics and autonomy integration, requirements definition and traceability, and cross-functional collaboration from initial design through flight testing and operational deployment.…See more The role demands deep expertise in aerospace systems engineering, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), DoD standards and certification, and autonomous flight systems operating in contested environments.

Applications Engineer supporting Shield AI's autonomy software products, deployed globally (~50% travel) to integrate and support enterprise software with customers. You'll become expert in the Hivemind enterprise software stack and autonomy modules, provide technical training and support, develop AI/autonomy applications using the SDK, assist with sales demos and post-sales deployment, debug API integration issues, and collaborate with product engineering on customer feedback.…See more Requires 5+ years industry experience, 2+ years in applications/integration engineering and startup environments, strong C++ proficiency, intermediate Python, and a degree in Engineering or Computer Science.

Senior Software Integration Engineer responsible for integrating Shield AI's Hivemind autonomy platform onto vehicle systems, from interface design through SIL/HIL/VIL testing to operational deployment. Leads cross-disciplinary integration of autonomy, autopilots, sensors, payloads, mission computers, and communications systems on expeditionary platforms.…See more Develops reusable onboarding frameworks, middleware configurations, and deployment pipelines while debugging across hardware, embedded software, networking, and autonomy layers. Requires 4–7 years integrating complex robotics or aerospace systems, proficiency in C++ and Python, Linux development expertise, RTOS familiarity, and hands-on field-test experience.

Lead technical delivery of complex autonomy capabilities for Shield AI's V-BAT and X-BAT unmanned aircraft platforms, spanning mission autonomy, payload integration, flight-control interfaces, and multi-agent behaviors. Own end-to-end integration from architecture through field deployment, coordinate across Aircraft, Autonomy Capabilities, Perception, and GCS teams, and drive mission readiness for customer releases.…See more Mentor engineers, improve engineering practices, and serve as primary technical partner to the Aircraft team on integration approaches and interface design. Requires 7+ years of relevant experience, expert C++ and Linux development, and deep expertise in complex autonomy systems or embedded systems integration.

As a Mission Software Engineer, you will own software solutions deployed to autonomous systems customers, developing capabilities across networking, autonomy, systems integration, and robotics. You'll troubleshoot live deployments, create performance metrics for debugging, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and end-users to translate operational needs into mission-ready features.…See more The role requires 3+ years of C++, Python, or Rust experience in Linux environments, with a strong engineering background and ability to navigate complex codebases quickly. You must be a U.S. citizen eligible for security clearance and based in or willing to relocate to San Diego.