Lead R&D Engineer/Scientist

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Responsibilities
Lead a technical team conducting research and development related to navigation and autonomy Propose new technologies and lead the technical work for small technology teams (6-8 people) Design, develop, and test navigation systems for ground and air platforms to support autonomous operation of these vehicles Develop new algorithms to enhance navigation capabilities including AI/ML algorithms Conduct software and hardware integration of navigation systems and sensors Understand customer needs and interface with customers as a key technical focal Lead proposal efforts to win new business Travel: 0 - 15% may be required . PERSON REQUIREMENTS
Due to compliance with . export control laws andregulations, candidate must be a . citizen, . permanent resident, or haveasylum or refugee status in the . YOU MUST HAVE
Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of experience, Master’s degree with 4+ years of experience, or PhD degree with 2+ years of experience in a technical discipline such as robotics, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, or similar Strong technical background in areas such as navigation, Kalman filtering, sensing and estimation, software development, system engineering, sensor integration, hardware testing, or related fields Strong capability with C/C++ and Python or Matlab Ability to interface with customers and adapt to customer needs WE VALUE
Advanced degree in an engineering or related field with experience and interest in research Experience with Kalman filters, inertial measurement units, and a deep knowledge of error modeling for various sensors Experience with alternative navigation including magnetic anomaly aided navigation Experience with novel AI/ML algorithms with the ability to integrate these into navigation systems Capability to integrate multiple sensors into a larger system Good communication skills and ability to interface with the business as a technical leader Ability to learn new skills as needed on projects
Location:
Plymouth