Autonomy Robotics Engineer – Multi-Domain Systems

Draper; Cambridge, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper is seeking an Autonomy Engineer to design and develop autonomous behaviors for multi‑domain teams of vehicles across aerial, ground, underwater and space domains in Cambridge, MA. The role emphasizes task and motion planning, ROS/ROS2, and real‑time software development in defense and aerospace contexts.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of software engineering experience, a strong background in control systems and autonomy, and a Bachelor’s degree in AE/EE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering is required.
• Masters or PhD in a related field is preferred.
• 3–5 years of Software Engineering or related experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates requirements and proposes solutions.
• Designs algorithms using modern theory and proven techniques.
• Develops embedded software based on prototype algorithms.
• Analyzes designs to demonstrate performance and functionality.
• Develops and executes software tests to verify requirements.
• Communicates with customers and stakeholders to establish requirements.
• Contributes content for technical reports and presentations.

Skills

MATLAB

Simulink

Python

C/C++

Real‑time software

GNC

Communication

ROS/ROS2

Education

Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering / Electrical Engineering

Master's or PhD preferred

Tools

ROS/ROS2

Job description

Draper is seeking an Autonomy Engineer to design and develop autonomous behaviors for multi‑domain teams of vehicles across aerial, ground, underwater and space domains in Cambridge, MA. The role emphasizes task and motion planning, ROS/ROS2, and real‑time software development in defense and aerospace contexts.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of software engineering experience, a strong background in control systems and autonomy, and a Bachelor’s degree in AE/EE.