STR · 1 day ago
Lead Undersea Vehicle Roboticist
Woburn, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$158K/yr - $220K/yr
8+ years expSystemstechnologyresearch is focused on the development of advanced sensor systems and undersea technology. They are seeking a Lead Undersea Vehicle Roboticist to drive the design, development, and implementation of control systems and embedded software for uncrewed undersea vehicles, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Machine Learning
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and implementation of control systems and embedded software for uncrewed undersea vehicles, from concept to operational deployment
Architect and implement flight control algorithms that integrate onboard attitude, heading, depth, and other sensor data to achieve precise vehicle control and mission execution
Develop and integrate robotic frameworks such as Robot Operating System (ROS), MOOS-IvP, Unmanned Maritime Autonomy Architecture (UMAA), or similar platforms to enable robust autonomy
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software components
Conduct simulation, testing, and validation of control systems in both virtual and real-world environments, iterating designs to optimize performance
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence
Contribute to the development of system-level requirements, architecture, and documentation to support the full lifecycle of undersea vehicle development
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends in robotics, autonomy, and undersea systems, applying them to advance the state of the art
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (Master's or Ph.D. preferred)
8-10+ years of experience in robotics, autonomous systems, or related fields, with a focus on control systems and embedded software development
Proven track record of taking white-sheet vehicle designs from concept to full operational functionality
Deep expertise in robotic frameworks such as ROS, MOOS-IvP, UMAA, or similar platforms
Strong understanding of control theory, sensor fusion, and real-time systems
Hands-on experience with integrating and utilizing onboard sensors, including IMUs, depth sensors, and navigation systems, to implement control laws
Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, or similar, with a focus on embedded systems and real-time control applications
Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, ideally as part of complex technical projects
Excellent problem-solving skills, with a creative and analytical mindset
Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance, for which U.S citizenship is needed by the U.S government
Preferred
Knowledge of hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and simulation environments
Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems
Active security clearance
Experience using modeling and simulation to set system performance expectations for advanced or novel UUV designs
Experience interacting with U.S. Navy and other U.S. Government organizations and processes
Experience with field testing, especially at-sea testing including system deployment, operation, and recovery operations
Company
STR
STR is built on people & technology platforms tackling tough problems in cybersecurity, distributed sensing & artificial.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mark McClure
CTO and Executive VP
James Wright
ACPSO/PERSEC Officer
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