UAS GNC Systems Engineer - 1598
$110,000–$175,000 year
On-site · Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
UAS GNC Systems Engineer to support DoD/DoE programs from Colorado Springs. Core responsibilities include configuring and integrating flight controllers (PX4, ArduPilot) with UAV platforms (e.g., CUBE), performing firmware flashing, PID tuning, and sensor integration (GPS, IMU, LiDAR, magnetometer, barometer); developing and optimizing embedded software in C++, Python, ROS, and MAVLink for Jetson-based AI/vision systems; implementing computer vision and AI-based perception (OpenCV, TensorFlow, PyTorch, DeepStream) with real-time object tracking and SLAM; leveraging CUDA for efficient edge AI on Jetson; establishing reliable networking/telemetry (MAVLink over Wi-Fi/LTE/5G, GStreamer/RTSP) and autonomous navigation capabilities using QGroundControl and Mission Planner; collaborating across hardware/software/AI teams and building/leading a team focused on unmanned navigation and control technology; field operations support and mission planning.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
- 5 – 7 years of hands-on experience with flight controller integration and UAV software development
- Experience with NVIDIA Jetson AI acceleration, DeepStream SDK, and / or CUDA programming
- Knowledge of AI-driven perception, SLAM, and real-time processing on Jetson platforms
- Experience designing UAS GNC architectures in GPS unavailable environments
- Strong proficiency in PX4, ArduPilot, MAVLink, ROS, C++, and Python
- Experience with PID tuning, sensor calibration, and autonomous navigation algorithms
- Understanding of wireless communication protocols, low-latency video streaming, and telemetry links
- US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
- May require Moderate physical effort, including standing, sitting, and use of hands while performing duties, and carrying or lifting up to 50 pounds
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