Lead Autonomous Pilot Integration Engineer

Shield AI; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking an experienced autonomous software engineer to develop and field autonomy solutions for unmanned platforms. You will own cross-program direction, collaborate with multiple teams, and mentor engineers while enabling rapid field deployments.

The role involves hands-on work from software-in-the-loop to live-test exercises, with travel for on-site tests and demonstrations.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in C++, Linux, and embedded systems.
• Experience with middleware (DDS) and IPC frameworks.
• Hands-on with autonomy demos, field tests, or DoD contexts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and field autonomy software on unmanned platforms (air, maritime, space).
• Lead cross-program technical initiatives and define architecture patterns.
• Mentor engineers and influence multi-team tech direction.
• Support live mission operations and ensure system readiness.

Skills

C++

Linux

Embedded systems

Middleware (DDS)

CI/CD

Education

BS in CS/EE or equiv.

Tools

Docker

k3s/k3d

Job description

Shield AI is seeking an experienced autonomous software engineer to develop and field autonomy solutions for unmanned platforms. You will own cross-program direction, collaborate with multiple teams, and mentor engineers while enabling rapid field deployments.

The role involves hands-on work from software-in-the-loop to live-test exercises, with travel for on-site tests and demonstrations.