Senior Software Engineer II - Modeling and Simulation Mission Solutions
The Senior Software Engineer II position in AI/Autonomy systems development will emphasize modeling/simulation (M+S) and software testing of complex autonomy systems in operationally realistic scenarios. The successful applicant will be responsible for developing and supporting advanced M+S infrastructure for testing and evaluation of AI/Autonomy-enabled systems in multiple domains.
Essential Functions:
- Develop advanced M+S infrastructure, and support testing of multi-vehicle autonomy for operational environments.
- Provide relevant technical expertise as part of a team to design, implement, simulate, and test autonomy software systems for uncrewed, multi-vehicle autonomy systems.
- Support presentation of technical information and data to internal and external customers.
- This role may require occasional travel (10%) when necessary.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a United States Secret Security Clearance.
Requirements
Basic Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Software Engineering, Math, Statistics, Engineering, Physical Science, Operations Research, or Data Science.
- 5+ years of experience with modern C++, CMake, Git and software practices including dockerized development, CI/CD workflows.
- Experience in software development of autonomy and AI for Robotics, Machine Learning, Robot Planning/Optimization Techniques, and/or Autonomous Uncrewed Systems Software
- Experience with Linux-based development environments and embedded platforms such as the Nvidia Jetson
- Experience with modern software development tool chains and processes (Agile, /Gitlab/Github, Confluence/Jira, , , and automated test methodologies, etc.)
Preferred Skills:
- Must be able to effectively communicate orally and possess technical writing skills.
- Must be able to work effectively as part of an integration-focused development team.
- Desired: Familiarity with DoD or other common robotics and datalink architecture standards (especially OMS/UCI and AFSIM, but also FACE, DDS, ROS, STANAG 4586, J-Series, UMAA etc).
- Desired: Familiarity with Python and Conan package manager
- Desired: Familiarity with AI robotic navigation and decision algorithms – path planning (A*, RRT), schedule optimization (Simulated Annealing, Genetic Algorithms, Tabu Search), distributed coordination algorithms
- Experience working on DOD projects
- Ability to hold a security clearance
Benefits
- Salary: $142,000 - $180,000 (Depends on Experience)
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability.
- Training & Development
- Hybrid Work Schedule
- Free Food & Snacks
- Wellness Resources
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Software Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Physical Science, Operations Research, or Data Science
- 5 or more years of experience with modern C++, CMake, Git, Dockerized development, CI/CD workflows, and modern software practices
- Experience developing autonomy and AI software for robotics, machine learning, robot planning or optimization, or autonomous uncrewed systems
- Experience with Linux-based development environments and embedded platforms such as Nvidia Jetson
- Experience with modern software development toolchains and processes, including Agile, GitLab or GitHub, Confluence or Jira, and automated testing
- Effective oral communication and technical writing skills
- Ability to work effectively on an integration-focused development team
- Familiarity with DoD or robotics and datalink architecture standards, especially OMS/UCI and AFSIM; also FACE, DDS, ROS, STANAG 4586, J-Series, or UMAA
- Familiarity with Python and Conan package manager
- Familiarity with AI robotic navigation and decision algorithms, including path planning, schedule optimization, and distributed coordination
- Experience working on Department of Defense projects
- Ability to obtain and maintain a United States Secret Security Clearance
What We Do
Architects of Autonomy Noted technologies such as autonomy, artificial intelligence, machine learning and computer vision are rightfully touted for their enabling potential for national defense and scientific exploration. At Scientific Systems, we develop and holistically connect these technologies together to provide disruptive, offsetting capabilities for unmanned systems, enabling them to make intelligent decisions and collaborate across the domains of space, air, land, and sea. We’ve spent the past 40 years pioneering innovations, including advancements in mission autonomy, for all branches of the U.S. military, DARPA, NASA and more.
