GRADUATE STUDENT-R&D - STUDENT ANALYST - STUDENT ENGINEER - Robotic Autonomy at Southwest Research Institute

Who We Are:

The Robotic Autonomy Section designs and develops technologies for uncrewed ground and aerial vehicles (UGVs and UAVs), automated material handling and transit, and connected and automated vehicles (CAVs) for global commercial and government clients.

Objectives of this Role:

• Support ongoing research and development projects to improve safety and mobility in a variety of areas through the use of emerging technologies.
• Perform laboratory and/or field testing of hardware and/or software solutions for intelligent/autonomous systems.
• Areas of R&D include uncrewed ground vehicles (UGVs), connected and automated vehicles (CAVs), and uncrewed aerial systems (UAS).

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Develop hardware and/or software solutions for intelligent/autonomous systems (connected vehicles, automated vehicles, uncrewed ground vehicles, uncrewed aerial systems)
• Support preparation of technical documentation and presentation material.
• Coordinate technical tasks with project managers and engineering staff.
• Additional information about the type of work conducted by the Robotic Autonomy Section can be found at: https://www.swri.org/industries/unmanned-systems and https://www.swri.org/connected-vehicle-technologies

Requirements:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelors, Masters or a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or directly related degree field.
• 0 years: Prefer coursework/experience in robotics, autonomous systems, and/or intelligent communications.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.