SkyGrid · 2 months ago
Autonomy Engineer II
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expSkyGrid, a Boeing Company, exists to open the sky for autonomous flight. The Autonomy Engineer II will develop solutions for airspace automation, focusing on designing and implementing autonomy functions to enhance Advanced Air Mobility operations and Air Traffic Management.
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Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end development of autonomous air traffic management functions—from concept to prototype
Collaborate with product and systems engineers to define functional and performance requirements for autonomy-based functions
Collaborate with software engineers to design and develop integration interfaces within the overarching product codebase
Specify and execute Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing to validate autonomy functions and generate relevant test result artifacts
Drive innovation by brainstorming and developing novel autonomy solutions, contributing to research and development efforts in autonomous airspace management
Foster collaboration by engaging with external organizations, research institutions, and industry partners, as well as supporting technical publications and conference contributions
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or related field
Minimum of 3 years of autonomy engineering experience, with a strong focus on concept-to-prototype development
Work experience in algorithm development or R&D for autonomous systems
Programming Languages: Python, C/C++
Familiarity with R&D of algorithms and functions that enable autonomous systems
Development, integration, and testing in SIL simulation environment
Experience in air traffic management research and development
Experience with mathematical formulation of vehicle kinematics/dynamics, route planning, optimization, conflict detection and resolution algorithms
Translation of advanced algorithms and mathematical concepts into clean, working code
Familiarity with AI/ML, robotics, or autonomous systems
Highly motivated, solution-oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset, who can: define the problem statement, conduct state of the art analysis, analyze problems that are not clearly defined, identify possible solutions, adapt solution scope to fit timelines
Preferred
M.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, or related field
Familiarity with aviation and air traffic management operations
Experience in R&D and functional development in one or more of the following areas: Transportation networks, Tactical or strategic conflict detection and resolution for air vehicles, Flight Planning, Machine Learning, Resource optimization, Advanced Air Mobility, Bayesian or probabilistic modelling, Large Language Models
Benefits
Comprehensive Health Coverage from Day One: Enjoy immediate access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, including HSA and FSA options.
Generous Retirement Contributions: Benefit from an automatic company 401k contribution program, with no match required, plus an additional company matching program to boost your retirement savings.
Calm Annual Membership: Prioritize your mental health with complimentary access to mindfulness and meditation resources.
Discounted ClassPass Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to thousands of fitness studios and gyms nationwide.
Investment in Your Growth: Receive an annual stipend for learning and development to support your continuous education and skill development.
Engaging Team Activities: Participate in quarterly team-building events and celebrations organized by our dedicated culture committee.
Fully Stocked Kitchen: Enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages to keep you fueled throughout the day.
Company
SkyGrid
SkyGrid exists to open the sky for autonomous flight at scale and high-density air mobility operations.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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