Autonomous Systems Engineer
Florida | U.S. Citizenship Required | Security Clearance Eligible
The future of autonomous systems is being built today.
We’re partnering with an innovative defense technology company developing next-generation autonomous vehicles for mission-critical applications. We’re looking for an Autonomous Systems Engineer to drive the integration of cutting-edge robotics, embedded systems, AI, and vehicle autonomy into real-world platforms.
This is an opportunity to work on technology that moves beyond prototypes and into operational autonomous systems.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the integration and development of autonomous vehicle systems.
- Build solutions across embedded hardware, software, sensors, and vehicle controls.
- Work on navigation, perception, communications, and mission software.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams from concept through deployment.
What We’re Looking For
- 7+ years of experience developing autonomous or robotic systems.
- Hands-on experience with UAV, UGV, or USV platforms (required).
- Strong hardware/software integration experience.
- Experience with autonomous navigation, vehicle controls, and embedded systems.
Required Technical Skills
Autopilots: PX4, ArduPilot, ArduRover
Protocols: MAVLink, CAN Bus, PWM, Servo Controls
Embedded Platforms: NVIDIA Jetson, Raspberry Pi, Adafruit
Bonus Skills
ROS/ROS2 * C++ * Python * Linux * Computer Vision * Sensor Fusion * AI/ML * Path Planning * SLAM
Package
- Up to $150,000 – 200,000 Base Salary
- 15% Annual Bonus
- Equity / Stock Options
- Florida-based role with 40-50% travel
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Nikyle Maipath