COLSA ยท 2 days ago
UAS Software Engineer
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCOLSA is committed to valuing its employees and fostering a supportive work environment. They are seeking a UAS Software Engineer to support the integration of navigation, autonomy, communications, and payload control software for unmanned aircraft systems.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support integration of navigation, autonomy, communications, and payload control software
Configure, extend, and optimize UAS autopilot software such as ArduPilot or PX4
Develop and maintain software for onboard compute platforms such as NVIDIA Jetson or similar
Perform software debugging and troubleshooting across embedded, onboard, and ground systems
Support software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, and flight testing activities
Develop scripts and tools to support automation, testing, and data analysis
Use Git or similar version control systems for collaborative development
Work closely with hardware, systems, and flight operations teams to define requirements and validate performance
Design, develop, integrate, and maintain software for unmanned aircraft systems, including flight software, onboard computing, and ground control interfaces
Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including software designs, configurations, and test results
Qualification
Required
Bachelors' degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, business or other related field or equivalent
Minimum of 5-8 years related experience
Working knowledge of desktop applications such as word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs
Working knowledge of current operating systems and programming language
Proficiency in C/C++ and/or Python for embedded systems, autonomy, scripting, and testing
Experience working in Linux-based development environments, including build systems, debugging, and deployment
Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams
Experience developing software for embedded systems, robotics, or autonomous platforms
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance within 6 months of hire; U.S. Citizenship required
Willingness to support field testing, demonstrations, and limited travel as required
Preferred
Experience developing or modifying ArduPilot or PX4 modules
Familiarity with ROS or ROS 2
Experience with NVIDIA Jetson platforms and GPU acceleration technologies
Background in computer vision, EO/IR processing, or AI/ML integration
Familiarity with MAVLink, DDS, or similar messaging frameworks
Experience with autonomy, navigation, and sensor fusion algorithms
Experience supporting flight testing, demonstrations, or field deployments
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks
Exposure to DoD, law enforcement, or public safety UAS programs
FAA Part 107 certification or familiarity with UAS flight operations
Company
COLSA
COLSA's full-scale capabilities include cyber and information warfare, rapid prototyping and engineering, uncrewed systems, acquisition, logistics, studies and analysis, data science, and systems and software engineering.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Van Corum
Deputy CEO & CFO
Ivan Garcia
Chief Technology Officer
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