Manager, Software - Perception (R3770)
$80,000–$100,000 year
On-site · Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Job Summary
Lead technical teams in the development and integration of advanced perception systems for unmanned aircraft. Responsibilities include designing algorithms for object detection, sensor fusion, and state estimation while ensuring performance and robustness in real-time applications. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership experience, expertise in unmanned systems, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple disciplines. Required qualifications include a relevant bachelor’s degree, significant experience in defense-related programs, and proficiency with various algorithmic techniques and software development practices.
Required Qualifications
- BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and/or similar degree, or equivalent practical experience
- Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 5 years and a Master’s degree; or 4 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years of experience in Unmanned Systems programs in the DoD or applied R&D
- 2+ years of people leadership experience
- Background in implementing algorithms such as Kalman Filters, multi-target tracking, or deep learning-based detection models.
- Familiarity with fusing data from radar, EO/IR cameras, or other sensors using probabilistic or rule-based approaches.
- Familiarity with SLAM, visual-inertial odometry, or sensor-fused localization approaches in real-time applications.
- Ability to interpret and work with Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and hardware integration specs.
- Proficiency with version control, debugging, and test-driven development in cross-functional teams.
- Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.
Desired Qualifications
- Hands-on integration or algorithm development with airborne sensing systems
- Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch or Tensorflow, particularly for vision-based object detection or classification tasks
- Experience deploying perception software on SWaP-constrained platforms
- Familiarity with validating perception systems during flight test events or operational environments
- Understanding of sensing challenges in denied or degraded conditions
- Exposure to perception applications across air, maritime, and ground platforms.
Additional Requirements
- Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.
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