dds jobs in San Diego

Design and build frontend experiences in TypeScript and React for autonomy development workflows, translating complex technical requirements into intuitive applications. Partner with cross-functional teams to understand user needs, integrate domain APIs and backend services, and deliver reliable systems across local, cluster, edge, and air-gapped environments.…See more Work across the stack to debug and extend backend services in Go or Python, build reusable components, and architect scalable frontend solutions for simulation, synthetic data generation, and test-and-evaluation tools.

Engineer II will develop and maintain C++ and Python software for simulation adapters, plugins, and interfaces across multiple simulation frameworks (AFSIM, NGTS, Aechelon, HMSSimBlocks, HMSF). The role involves porting simulation features, integrating autonomy systems, implementing CIGI-based plugins, and supporting DDS communications and distributed systems.…See more Responsibilities include writing unit and integration tests, debugging complex simulation-autonomy interactions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams on framework improvements and reusable component patterns.

Engineer I will develop, test, and maintain C++ and Python software for simulation adapters, plugins, and interfaces across frameworks like AFSIM, NGTS, Aechelon, and HMSSimBlocks. Responsibilities include porting simulation features, supporting integrations with image generators via CIGI-based plugins, diagnosing autonomy and simulation issues, and writing unit and integration tests.…See more The role requires a BS in Computer Science or related discipline with foundational C++ and Python experience, Linux development familiarity, and understanding of networking, APIs, and software engineering practices.

This IT Security Engineer Intern role involves assessing software solutions for security vulnerabilities, providing feedback to developers on secure coding practices, and supporting deployment through secure DevSecOps pipelines. The intern will work with mission-focused engineers on DoD defense projects, gathering requirements, developing test plans, and integrating security scanning tools (SAST/DAST) into CI/CD workflows.…See more Required skills include application development in Java or C++ on Linux/Windows, familiarity with networking protocols, and understanding of OWASP Top 10 risks and DISA STIGs. The role emphasizes collaboration with software, systems, and integration engineers to deliver robust, cyber-secure technical solutions.

As a Software Test Engineer Intern, you will integrate and test software solutions across Innovative Defense Technologies' Integrated Mission Systems, working with developers, systems engineers, and subject matter experts to ensure high-quality, fully performing software. You will gather user requirements, define system functionality, and develop comprehensive test plans for applications written in Java, C++, Python, and JavaScript.…See more The role requires a strong foundation in application development with Java or C++ in Linux or Windows environments, along with the ability to provide actionable feedback to improve software quality and system integration.

Lead a small engineering team responsible for integrating autonomous flight control systems, payloads, and embedded hardware across complex autonomy stacks. Own interface contracts with C2 providers, drive standards compliance (UCI, OMS, MOSA, WOSA, TAK/CoT), and support live mission operations, test exercises, and customer demonstrations with hands-on debugging and field troubleshooting.…See more Require 7+ years of systems/autonomy experience plus 2+ years of direct people management; build and mentor engineers while driving continuous improvement in integration timelines and deployment reliability.

Lead end-to-end robotics system architecture spanning hardware, firmware, OS, middleware, AI runtimes, and cloud integration at the principal/director level. Define architectural principles for real-time behavior, performance, safety, determinism, and scalability across heterogeneous compute (CPU/GPU/DSP/NPU/MCU), and guide decisions across perception, localization, navigation, planning, manipulation, and control stacks.…See more Architect multi-sensor systems with precise timing/synchronization (PTP/IEEE 1588), sensor fusion pipelines, and ROS 2/DDS-based middleware. Provide technical leadership, mentorship, hiring standards, and influence multi-year platform strategy.

SAIC seeks a Senior Integration Test Engineer to verify, test, troubleshoot, and debug software controlling Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs). The role involves developing automated test suites in Python and Selenium, designing simulation programs, deploying Docker containers on RHEL systems, and performing integration testing both remotely and on-site.…See more Requires an active Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and hands-on experience with software testing, Linux systems, and automation tooling.

Senior Integration Test Engineer responsible for verifying, testing, troubleshooting, and debugging software that controls and monitors Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs). Will develop and maintain automated test suites using Python and Selenium, design simulation programs, deploy Docker containers on RHEL systems, and perform hands-on integration testing both remotely and on-site.…See more Requires proficiency in Python, Bash scripting, Docker, Selenium, and Red Hat Linux, with experience in Agile development and a track record in software debugging and root cause analysis.

Design and develop Qualcomm's in-house robotics simulation platform and AI infrastructure, integrating modern 3D engines, GPU-accelerated compute, and machine learning to enable robot policy training and validation. Build digital twins, synthetic data pipelines, and hardware-in-the-loop configurations that bridge simulation and real Qualcomm robotics hardware.…See more Partner with robotics researchers to iterate on simulation fidelity, sensor modeling, and continuous learning workflows that move algorithms from simulation to deployed robots. This role demands depth in robotics simulators (MuJoCo, Isaac Sim, Unreal/Unity), GPU programming (CUDA), reinforcement learning at scale, and AI infrastructure orchestration (Kubernetes, Argo Workflows).

Software Engineer responsible for designing, architecting, and implementing embedded firmware and software across multiple platforms including Linux, RTOS, bare-metal microcontrollers, and NVIDIA Jetson systems. Will collaborate with a medium-sized team on requirements analysis, design evaluation, implementation, integration, testing, and documentation.…See more Requires 5+ years of embedded development experience, proficiency in C, Linux command-line tools, Bash scripting, version control (Git/Subversion), and familiarity with embedded communications protocols and test equipment.

Senior Integration Test Engineer responsible for verifying, testing, troubleshooting, and debugging software that controls Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs). Develop and maintain automated test suites using Python and Selenium, design simulation programs, deploy Docker containers on RHEL systems, and perform hands-on integration testing both remotely and on-site.…See more Requires proficiency in Python, Bash, Docker, RHEL Linux, Agile processes, and experience with automation and root cause analysis.

Lead a small embedded Linux software team building mission-critical aerial systems and autonomous platforms for defense applications. You'll split your time between team management (standups, architecture reviews, task prioritization) and hands-on C/C++ development of Linux daemons, REST APIs, and system services.…See more Design for real-time performance, security hardening, and field operability while collaborating across autonomy, avionics, mechanical, and electrical teams. Own the full software lifecycle from architecture and CI/CD pipelines to documentation and field diagnostics.