Real-Time State Estimation Engineer: Sensor Fusion + Equity

Shield AI; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Benefits

Equity

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a State Estimation Engineer to advance sensor fusion and navigation for autonomous UAVs. You will design real-time processing pipelines, integrate multi-sensor data, and collaborate with autonomy, software, and hardware teams to ensure high system performance.

The role involves developing inertial navigation and multi-sensor fusion algorithms, evaluating them via simulations and field trials, and helping transition research into deployable capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 2 years with a master’s degree; or 1 year with a PhD; or equivalent practical experience.
• Familiarity with algorithms.
• Proficient in C++11 or newer in real-time environments.
• Comfortable working in Linux, with experience using standard command-line tools and scripting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Demonstrated success working in fast-paced development cycles and delivering high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement real-time state estimation algorithms including inertial navigation, sensor fusion, and alternative navigation methods for GPS-denied or degraded environments.
• Integrate data from IMUs, GNSS receivers, visual odometry, magnetometers, barometers, and radar into robust estimation frameworks.
• Design sensor processing pipelines focused on accuracy, robustness, and system-level fault tolerance.
• Collaborate with autonomy, software, and hardware teams to ensure end-to-end integration of navigation and PNT systems.
• Conduct simulation, lab testing, and field trials to evaluate algorithm performance under real-world conditions.
• Stay current on advancements in state estimation and navigation technologies and help adapt new innovations into deployable solutions.

Skills

C++11+

Linux

Scripting

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a State Estimation Engineer to advance sensor fusion and navigation for autonomous UAVs. You will design real-time processing pipelines, integrate multi-sensor data, and collaborate with autonomy, software, and hardware teams to ensure high system performance.

The role involves developing inertial navigation and multi-sensor fusion algorithms, evaluating them via simulations and field trials, and helping transition research into deployable capabilities.