Autonomy Systems Lead — Rapid Prototyping for Aerospace

AlleyCorp; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 138,200 - 190,100; Full time

Job summary

Archer, based in San Jose, is seeking a Lead Special Programs Engineer - Autonomy Integration to spearhead autonomy stack design for prototype aircraft. You will drive perception, planning, and autonomy software across cross-functional teams, from concept through hardware-in-the-loop testing.

The role requires 8–12 years in relevant engineering, deep autonomy experience, and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or Aerospace.
• 8–12 years of engineering experience in rapid-prototyping/advanced programs.
• Experience developing autonomy software for aerospace/defense platforms.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead autonomy stack design and development for prototype vehicles (perception, planning, software architecture).
• Support rapid prototyping end-to-end from concept algorithms to hardware-in-the-loop/testing.
• Own the autonomy discipline within Special Programs, setting approaches, standards, and methods.
• Assess feasibility of new opportunities and determine required approaches.
• Collaborate across teams to align technical approaches with timelines and constraints.
• Produce technical docs, trade studies, and analyses for design reviews and capture decisions.
• Represent Special Programs in reviews and with government stakeholders.

Skills

Autonomy software

Perception

Planning

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or Aerospace

Job description

Archer, based in San Jose, is seeking a Lead Special Programs Engineer - Autonomy Integration to spearhead autonomy stack design for prototype aircraft. You will drive perception, planning, and autonomy software across cross-functional teams, from concept through hardware-in-the-loop testing.

The role requires 8–12 years in relevant engineering, deep autonomy experience, and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.