Autonomous Systems Engineer: Field Testing & ROS2

Textron Inc.; Augusta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. in Augusta, GA is seeking an Autonomous Systems Engineer to advance localization, planning, and control for autonomous vehicles. You will contribute to sensor fusion, navigation, and decision making across robotics platforms.

The role focuses on ROS2-based software, embedded performance optimization, and real-world validation with cross-functional teams. A Bachelor’s in EE or Software, plus 2 years of relevant experience, is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field required.
• At least 2 years of relevant autonomous systems experience.
• Proficiency in Python, C/C++, and ROS2 is required; NAV2 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain vehicle localization architecture using GNSS/RTK, LiDAR, visual localization, inertial navigation, and sensor fusion.
• Develop behavior planning, motion planning, and vehicle control algorithms for autonomous navigation.
• Optimize embedded computer performance, latency, and resource utilization.
• Develop and maintain system requirements, interface specifications, and validation plans.
• Integrate autonomous hardware and software with vehicle electrical, controls, and sensor systems.
• Ensure the system performs reliably in real-world field conditions and support field testing and debugging.
• Work with cross functional leads such as product strategy to help define features and product requirements.

Skills

Autonomy stacks NAV2

Sensor fusion

ROS2

Embedded systems debugging

Python/C/C++

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Software Engineering

Tools

CAN bus

Gazebo / Isaac Sim

RTK GPS

Job description

Autonomous Systems Engineer

Description

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, professional turf-care equipment, and ground support equipment. Textron Specialized Vehicles markets products under several different brands. Its vehicles are found in environments ranging from golf courses to factories, airports to planned communities, and theme parks to hunting preserves.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain vehicle localization architecture utilizing GNSS/RTK, LiDAR, visual localization, inertial navigation, and sensor fusion techniques.

• Develop behavior planning, motion planning, and vehicle control algorithms for autonomous navigation.

• Optimize computational performance, latency, and resource utilization on embedded computer platforms.

• Develop and maintain system requirements, interface specifications, and validation plans.

• Integrate autonomous hardware and software with vehicle electrical, controls, and sensor systems.

• Ensure the system performs reliably in real-world field conditions and support field testing and debugging.

• Work with cross functional leads such as product strategy to help define features and product requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or other related field required.

• Years of Experience: 2 years of relevant experience required.

• Software Knowledge: Python, C , or similar programming language required; ROS2 architecture required.

Additional Requirements:

• Required Skills: Autonomy stacks such as NAV2. Understand sensor fusion (GPS, IMU, LiDAR, camera). Experience working with real-time embedded or robotic systems. Hands-on debugging and tuning in real-world environments.

• Preferred Skills: ROS2 (C /Python) and robotics system integration. Navigation algorithms (A\

• , DWA, Pure Pursuit, MPC). RTK GPS integration and localization techniques. Vehicle control systems (CAN, drive-by-wire). Simulation integration (Isaac Sim / Gazebo).

• Travel Requirements:~20%-30% travel required to field test locations to support vehicle integration, autonomy tuning, performance validation, troubleshooting, and customer pilot deployments.

• Valid driver’s license required.

AI Readiness: Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Specialized Vehicles
Primary Location: US-Georgia-Augusta
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Job Posting: 08/21/2026, 10:28:22 AM
Job Number: 344419