Ground Station Software Engineer - Edge Autonomy

SALARY RANGE: $140,000 - $230,000

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

SUMMARY

Edge Autonomy is seeking an experienced UAS ground station software engineer to expand the capabilities of the Ground Control Station (GCS) that operates multiple edge autonomy aircraft. You will be writing code for the primary interface between the human user and the aircraft. It must be simple to use, mission focused, and assure flight safety. Your code will enable users to monitor health and status of the aircraft and manage vehicle flight paths to meet their mission objectives while balancing aircraft performance constraints, airspace constraints, dynamic weather conditions, datalink limitations, threat avoidance, and coordination with external entities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The following job functions are a basic requirement but are not limited to and may be assigned other duties.  

• Design and write code to expand the capabilities of the Ground Control Station (GCS)
• Work on a small team that handles all aspects of Ground Station Development including the Graphical User Interface (GUI), algorithm development, and the communications interface to the aircraft
• Coordinate with operational users and the flight test team to respond to emerging operator needs and identify opportunities to expand the capabilities of the GCS software to reduce operator workload, increase mission success, and maximize flight safety

QUALIFICATIONS

The following are a non-exhaustive list of qualifications for the position:

• Strong understanding of the requirements, architecture, and design features of UAS ground control stations
• Significant experience writing code for UAS Ground Systems
• Understanding of UAS architectures and subsystems
• Understanding of aircraft flight management including aircraft performance constraints and airspace constraints.
• Proficient writing code in object-oriented languages (e.g. C#/Java/C++)
• Strong sense of ownership and drive in digging into complex problems
• Understanding of Human Factors design for UAS command and control
• Experience building simple and elegant graphical user interfaces
• Network programming and understanding of the IP protocol
• Experience with GIS mapping engines
• Experience building a System Integration Lab (SIL) or Hardware Integration Lab (HIL) for Unmanned Aircraft
• Experience supporting flight test
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar
• Master's degree in engineering preferred
• Strong understanding of the requirements, architecture, and design features of UAS ground control stations

EDGE AUTONOMY BENEFITS

• Matching 401(k)
• Paid PTO
• Paid holidays
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• HSA and FSA Options
• Critical Care Plan
• Accident Care Plan

Hiring Requirements

If an offer of employment offer is extended, applicant must have the ability to pass a background check and the ability to be insured by the Company’s Auto-policy. An Offer of Employment is contingent upon the results.

Clearance Requirements

This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person’s status.

Edge Autonomy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Edge Autonomy is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact jobs@edgeautonomy.io

Continued employment remains on an “At-Will” basis.