Robotics Engineer

About the role

Support the research and development of unmanned systems across multiple operational domains and mission areas. Function at the intersection of software and hardware to design, build, test, and demonstrate new robotic capabilities that address complex client problems in sensing, autonomy, and human interaction. Apply leading-edge principles, theories, and concepts, and contribute to the development of new principles and concepts. Work on unusually complex problems and provides highly innovative solutions. Operate with substantial latitude for unreviewed action or decision, and mentor or supervise employees in both company and technical competencies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, and test and evaluate robotic and autonomous systems across various operational domains and DoW centric mission areas.
• Develop algorithms and software for autonomous vehicle applications, including perception, localization, navigation, and behaviors in the air and ground domains.
• Develop software applications using ROS 1 or ROS 2.
• Test or evaluate robotic or unmanned systems in field experiments and with simulation tools.
• Interface with various external libraries, SDKs, and APIs, and operate as a key contributor in developing and executing experimental design concepts for unmanned systems.
• Communicate technical solutions for project deliveries and business development efforts through technical reports, verbal presentations, and demonstrations.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in modern C++ software development, maintenance, and deployment for embedded Linux systems, including code writing, compilation, debugging, version control, CI/CD, packaging, containerization, and documentation.
• 3+ years of experience in developing algorithms and software for autonomous vehicle applications, including perception, localization, navigation, and behaviors in the air and ground domains.
• 3+ years of experience with testing or evaluating robotic or unmanned systems in field experiments and with simulation tools.
• Ability to interface with various external libraries, SDKs, and APIs, and operate as a key contributor in developing and executing experimental design concepts for unmanned systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical solutions for project deliveries and business development efforts through technical reports, verbal presentations, and demonstrations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years in robotics engineering, or Master’s degree and 2+ years of experience in robotics engineering.

Skills

• Experience with algorithm design and software implementation for GPS-denied or alternatives to GPS navigation.
• Experience with hardware design and fabrication for rapid prototyping, including CAD or CAM, 3D printing, circuit design, and mechanical or electrical assembly.

Benefits

• Coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Retirement savings plans with employer matching.
• Professional development opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Work-life programs and dependent care options.

Pay

The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD).

Schedule

Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.