Software Engineer
On-siteVirginia Beach, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Support Group 1, 2, and 3 Unmanned Systems through software development, integration, testing, and mission support. Deliver production software in an agile environment using C, C++, and Python while applying sensor fusion techniques for enhanced situational awareness. Develop user interfaces with Qt/QML and manage mission planning via QGroundControl, leveraging MAVLink protocols and TCP/IP networking. Troubleshoot data communication issues, parse complex codebases, and build target software from source files. Maintain proficiency in autonomous navigation algorithms and BetaFlight/ArduPilot frameworks. Requires TS/SCI clearance and 3+ years of relevant experience.
Required Qualifications
- Must currently have a Secret Clearance and be eligible for a TS/SCI
- B.S. in Computer Engineering/ Science, Aerospace Engineering, or applicable engineering or science field
- Minimum of 3 years of hands-on professional experience with Degree
- Minimum of 7 years hands-on professional experience without Degree
- Demonstrated hands-on experience within the last 5 years supporting Group 1 and/or Group 2 UxS through software development, integration, testing, and/or mission support
- Proficient in C, C++ and object-oriented software development methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to deliver working production software in an agile development environment
- Extensive knowledge of autonomous navigation and path planning techniques: waypoint navigation, geofencing, dynamic routing, obstacle avoidance, and collision detection algorithms
- Extensive knowledge in BetaFlight, ArduPilot, and Px4- 5 years
- Experience with sensor fusion techniques (e.g., combining data from IMUs, GPS, cameras, LiDAR) to enhance situational awareness and navigation accuracy
- Experience working with ground control software such as QGroundControl for mission planning, execution, and monitoring
- Experience with the Qt/QML framework for developing user friendly graphical interfaces
- Familiarity with MAVLink protocol for communication between UAVs and ground stations
- Proficiency in Python scripting for automation, data analysis, and prototyping tasks
- Strong understanding of data networking concepts, ino uding TCP/IP protocols
- Proven ability to troubleshoot network communication issues
- Skilled in parsing and reverse engineering complex codebases (e.g., C++, Python) to identify subtle errors in data I communications within hardware and software systems
- Experience with CAD
- Demonstrated ability to fully build target SW from source files
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting Group 3 UxS within the last 5 years
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