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Company Overview:
Robotic Research has provided vehicle autonomy solutions for over 20 years and is a global leader in self-driving technology. Our AutoDrive® autonomy kit is designed to tackle the industry’s greatest challenges from GPS-denied environments to mixed-traffic and unpaved roads. The commercial division, RR.AI, works with trusted OEM partners to deliver these autonomous solutions across the United States, Canada, Australia, Europe, and Saudi Arabia. The defense division of Robotic Research designs and implements solutions that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics, enhance situational awareness, and save lives by extending the warfighter’s reach through transformable robots, automated vehicles, and GPS-denied localization devices.
Robotic Research has provided vehicle autonomy solutions for over 20 years and is a global leader in self-driving technology. Our AutoDrive® autonomy kit is designed to tackle the industry’s greatest challenges from GPS-denied environments to mixed-traffic and unpaved roads. The commercial division, RR.AI, works with trusted OEM partners to deliver these autonomous solutions across the United States, Canada, Australia, Europe, and Saudi Arabia. The defense division of Robotic Research designs and implements solutions that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics, enhance situational awareness, and save lives by extending the warfighter’s reach through transformable robots, automated vehicles, and GPS-denied localization devices.
We offer a fast-paced environment where innovation comes first, and a breadth and depth of skills, knowledge, and interests are highly valued. We are leading this dynamic revolution in technology with team members throughout the U.S including our main offices in Clarksburg, MD and San Antonio, TX.
Position Responsibilities:
Development of software algorithms related to guidance, navigation, and control of advanced multirotor aerial vehicles.
Software will support autonomous vehicle operations including navigation, path planning, obstacle avoidance, sensor processing, and perception.
Indoor and outdoor testing of software running on multirotor aerial vehicles.
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary development team, participating in team meetings, design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and testing events.
Document activities, prepare tech reports, present results, and demonstrate system capabilities.
Travel for field testing and project meetings may be required.
Education & Experience:
B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. degree in the field of Robotics, Computer Science, or Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering
2-5 years of experience in industry or research
Strong programming ability in C/C++
Familiarity with Linux or other POSIX operating systems (Ubuntu and NuttX, specifically)
Experience with open-source drone development tools and flight controllers (Pixhawk, PX4)
Flight testing experience. FAA Part 107 certification a plus.
Experience with Robot Operating System (ROS)
Familiarity with microcontroller programming or NVIDIA Jetson embedded platforms
Experience with one or more of the following:
Sensor processing (LIDAR, image processing, stereo cameras, RADAR)
Kalman Filtering as applied to GPS/INS or IMUs
Localization, Mapping, SLAM
MavLink
Multirotor Flight Dynamics and Control
Benefits:
Robotic Research is excited to offer the following benefits:
Company holidays
Flexible work schedules
Paid time off
Competitive medical, dental & vision plans
401k contribution plan with up to 4% match
Employer paid short-term & long-term disability insurance
Employer paid life insurance
Voluntary life insurance
Relocation reimbursement for qualifying situations
Dog Friendly Office!
Tuition reimbursement
Discretional annual bonus and profit sharing
Employee assistance program
All benefits are subject to change. Please discuss with a member of the Robotic Research HR team for details.
Employment is conditioned upon successful completion of a thorough background screening and drug test.
Diversity and Equal Opportunity Statement: At Robotic Research, we don’t just accept differences, we celebrate them! We strive to attract, develop and retain curious & highly qualified individuals representing a variety of backgrounds, cultures, skills & perspectives. Robotic Research is committed to building a diverse team and is proud to be and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
