Autonomy Technologist – VTOL & AI Flight Systems

Leonardo; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Recharge

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Bonus scheme

Online learning

Refer a friend

Flexible benefits

Flexible working

Job summary

Leonardo UK Helicopter division in Yeovil is seeking an Autonomy Technologist to help shape the future of autonomous flight. You will balance virtual and in-person work in a modern innovation hub and collaborate with international teams to deliver autonomous applications.

Ideal candidates hold a Master's degree, with strong programming skills (Python, C, C++, Matlab/Simulink) and experience with robotics simulators. Travel will be national and international as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related subject (e.g., Computer Science, Aerospace, Electronics, Robotics, AI, Mechatronics)
• Experience with robotics/autonomy programming languages (Python, C, C++, Matlab/Simulink)
• Experience with embedded computing boards (Nvidia Jetson, Intel Up)
• Familiar with robotics simulation tools (Gazebo, AirSim, Unreal, Unity, Isaac Sim)

Responsibilities

• Contribute ideas on Autonomy functions with significant impact on air vehicle and mission management
• Define requirements for Autonomy to enhance mission effectiveness and reduce operator workload
• Stay updated on autonomy tech and share knowledge across the team
• Set up new projects with Autonomy colleagues across UK, Italy, and EU
• Collaborate on Autonomy software development and test in synthetic environments and on subscale demonstrators
• Work with colleagues in the UK and Italy on cross-geography projects

Skills

Python

C

C++

Matlab/Simulink

Robotics

Education

Master's degree in related subject

PhD or equivalent experience welcome

Tools

Nvidia Jetson

Intel Up

Job description

Leonardo UK Helicopter division in Yeovil is seeking an Autonomy Technologist to help shape the future of autonomous flight. You will balance virtual and in-person work in a modern innovation hub and collaborate with international teams to deliver autonomous applications.

Ideal candidates hold a Master's degree, with strong programming skills (Python, C, C++, Matlab/Simulink) and experience with robotics simulators. Travel will be national and international as needed.