Junior Autonomy & Sensor Fusion Engineer Equity Eligible

Blue Ops, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ops, Inc. in Fort Pierce, FL is seeking a Junior Autonomy & Sensor Fusion Engineer to support navigation, sensor fusion, and autonomy for uncrewed surface vessels. The role combines software development, embedded systems, robotics, and real-world maritime testing.

The ideal candidate will work with GNSS, radar, AI perception, and ROS 2 components while growing hands-on experience with Linux-based environments and embedded platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (CS/EE/Robotics/ME) or equivalent experience.
• Strong Python programming fundamentals and Linux familiarity.
• Experience with Git or similar version-control systems.
• Familiarity with ROS 2, sensors, embedded systems, or robotics.
• Understanding of linear algebra, signal processing, and control basics.
• Interest in autonomous systems and ability to learn new tech quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assist with GNSS/GPS integration and testing of high-accuracy positioning.
• Develop Python utilities for sensor data processing, filtering, visualization, and diagnostics.
• Support ROS 2 nodes, telemetry, and system integration across onboard sensors.
• Help implement PID controllers and basic state-estimation algorithms.
• Participate in laboratory, dockside, and field testing of USVs.
• Document results, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to test reports.

Skills

Python

Linux

Git

ROS 2

C++

Kalman filtering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Tools

NVIDIA Jetson

CAN bus

GitHub

OpenCV

Docker

RTK-GNSS

Job description

Blue Ops, Inc. in Fort Pierce, FL is seeking a Junior Autonomy & Sensor Fusion Engineer to support navigation, sensor fusion, and autonomy for uncrewed surface vessels. The role combines software development, embedded systems, robotics, and real-world maritime testing.

The ideal candidate will work with GNSS, radar, AI perception, and ROS 2 components while growing hands-on experience with Linux-based environments and embedded platforms.