shieldai Verified 3d ago
Senior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Emerging Domains (R5398)
Dallas, TexasAll locationsDallas, TexasWashington, DCSan Diego, CaliforniaBoston, MA On-site
$233,760–$350,640 a yearPay$233,760–$350,640
TypeFull-time
Work settingOn-site
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About the role
In this role, you'll define the technical direction for Emerging Domains, guiding autonomy strategy across multiple new platforms and mission areas while helping transform early-stage R&D efforts into scalable, long-term programs.
What you'll bring
- – Members of this team typically travel around 10–20% of the year to different office locations, customer sites, operator training events, flight tests, and integration exercises.
- BS/MS in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience.
- Typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience.
- Expert-level C++ and Linux systems development experience.
- Demonstrated experience defining technical strategy across multiple programs or engineering organizations.
- Proven track record solving highly complex systems integration challenges in ambiguous environments.
- Experience mentoring senior engineers and influencing engineering direction without formal authority.
- Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.
- Experience leading first-of-kind autonomy or advanced R&D efforts.
- Experience across multiple autonomy domains (air, maritime, space, ground, or robotics).
- Experience transitioning prototypes into operational systems.
- Experience with government R&D programs and defense customers.
Locations
Dallas, TexasWashington, DCSan Diego, CaliforniaBoston, MA