The Senior Research Engineer I serves as a lead technical architect driving the high-level design of autonomy stacks for coordinated, heterogeneous fleets operating in complex environments
Job Summary
The Senior Research Engineer I serves as a lead technical architect driving the high-level design of autonomy stacks for coordinated, heterogeneous fleets operating in complex environments.
This role requires bridging the gap between sophisticated algorithms and real-world application through system experimentation and field testing at the RELLIS campus.
The position offers a competitive benefits package including health benefits, paid leave, a defined benefit retirement plan via TRS, and tuition assistance.
Matching Summary
The Senior Research Engineer I serves as a lead technical architect driving the high-level design of autonomy stacks for coordinated, heterogeneous fleets operating in complex environments.
Salary
Base: $6,251.00 - $10,000.00 per month; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive health benefits, TRS retirement plan, tuition assistance
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Multi-agent coordination architecture
ROS2 middleware development
Python and C++ programming
Decentralized communication frameworks
Embedded hardware integration
Nice-to-have
Field testing in unstructured environments
Mentoring research staff
Technical proposal development
Peer-reviewed publication experience
Strategic technology transition planning
Key Requirements
Master's degree in applicable field
Six years of related experience
U.S. Department of War Security Clearance eligibility