Autonomy Perception Engineer - Real-Time Object Detection

Shield AI; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive total rewards package including compensation and benefits

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a Perception Engineer in Greater London to build advanced perception systems for autonomous aircraft. The role involves developing real-time algorithms for object detection, sensor fusion, and state estimation using various mission sensors.

Candidates should possess strong algorithmic thinking, a relevant degree, and significant experience in implementing complex algorithms. The position offers a dynamic work environment with travel opportunities, contributing to cutting-edge defense technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience with a Bachelor's, 9 years with a Master's, or 7 with a PhD.
• Background in implementing Kalman Filters and multi-target tracking algorithms.
• Familiarity with fusing data from radar and EO/IR cameras.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced perception algorithms for object detection and tracking.
• Implement sensor fusion frameworks using probabilistic techniques.
• Develop algorithms for localization using IMU, GPS, and vision data.

Skills

Real-time object detection

Sensor fusion

State estimation algorithms

Algorithmic thinking

Familiarity with airborne sensing systems

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a Perception Engineer in Greater London to build advanced perception systems for autonomous aircraft. The role involves developing real-time algorithms for object detection, sensor fusion, and state estimation using various mission sensors.

Candidates should possess strong algorithmic thinking, a relevant degree, and significant experience in implementing complex algorithms. The position offers a dynamic work environment with travel opportunities, contributing to cutting-edge defense technologies.