Senior Staff Engineer, Software - Autonomous Aircraft Integration (R4983)

Summary

Senior Staff Engineer responsible for integrating and debugging complex autonomy software stacks and embedded systems for autonomous aircraft, from lab through flight test. Manages flight data capture and post-test analysis, collaborates with autonomy, guidance/navigation/control, and systems teams to ensure mission-critical functionality meets certification and airworthiness standards. Requires 10+ years of experience (or equivalent with advanced degrees) in C++, Python, RTOS, Linux embedded development, sensor fusion, and flight test support. Will travel 30–40% annually to customer sites and flight integration events.