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Forterra · 1 day ago

Simulation Test Engineer

Winter Park, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$110K/yr - $125K/yr

3+ years exp

Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement, focusing on driverless technology for military and civilian applications. The Simulation Test Engineer will create simulation capabilities, analyze results, and report on performance metrics to ensure the effectiveness of autonomous systems.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Generate simulation capabilities to validate requirements and performance metrics

Report on the simulation’s performance against the validation metrics and work closely with the simulation software team to resolve any issues or gaps in performance

Automate and streamline the reporting of verification and validation metrics to increase feedback frequency

Qualification

PythonC++ROSDockerKubernetesRobotics algorithmsLinux environmentSimulation for roboticsMulti-threaded softwareAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsDocumentation skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

BS degree or greater in Computer Science

At least 3 years of experience as a software developer or tester

Demonstrated experience in Python and C++

Experience with ROS and basic familiarity with ROS2

Experience with Docker, Docker Swarm, Kubernetes, and other container management tools

Working knowledge of key algorithms from at least one major robotics discipline (navigation, localization, perception, planning)

Good understanding of client/server and event-driven communications, TCP/IP, network data transmission, data serialization

Exceptional documentation and communication skills

Strong understanding of fundamental math and physics principles: calculus, vehicle dynamics, forces, equations of motion, etc

Comfortable working in a Linux environment

Experience and working knowledge of simulation for robotics and autonomous vehicle testing

Ability to navigate a large code base and understand autonomy architecture at a high level

Understanding of multi-threaded and asynchronous software models

Experience with SOTIF standard ISO 21448, automotive industry safety standard ISO 26262, and/or MILSTD882E

Ability to quickly master and apply complex software tools

Excellent communication skills, initiative and ability to effectively gather any needed data from other engineers

Preferred

Proactive and accountable, demonstrating initiative and a strong commitment to delivering value for customers

Growth-oriented mindset, with a drive to continuously learn, adapt, and enhance both personal skills and the quality of the product

Analytical and solution-focused, applying logical thinking and constructive collaboration to tackle challenges effectively

Benefits

Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.

Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.

Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.

Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.

A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.

A $9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.

Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.

401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%