Robotics and Autonomous System Engineering Associate

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 88,500 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech innovation firm in Austin is seeking a Robotics and Autonomous System Engineering Associate to design and implement algorithms for autonomous decision-making on Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles (UUVs). The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, along with strong skills in robotics, algorithm development, and programming. Ideal candidates will have experience with Matlab, Python, and C/C++. The position offers a competitive salary range of $88,500 to $120,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Engineering, Computer Science, Math or Applied Sciences required.
• Ability to develop and apply robotics, autonomy, or machine learning algorithms.
• Experience with data processing algorithms and object-oriented programming.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement autonomy algorithms for UUVs.
• Conduct data analysis and identify anomalies.
• Perform in-water testing of algorithms.

Skills

Robotics

Autonomy Algorithms

Machine Learning

Data Processing Algorithms

C/C++ Programming

Matlab

Python

Unix/Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Engineering, Computer Science, Math or Applied Sciences

Tools

Matlab

Python

C/C++

Job description

Robotics and Autonomous System Engineering Associate

As a Robotics and Autonomous System Engineer you will design, implement and test algorithms for autonomous decision making on Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) for the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL) at ARL.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and develop autonomy algorithms that use sonar data in complex environments to avoid obstacles, aid multi‑agent decision making, and dynamically replan current tasking and sorties.
• Design target recognition algorithms for finding objects in the environment and increasing situational awareness.
• Conduct data analysis across a range of acoustic systems, identifying anomalies and opportunities for improvement.
• Perform local in‑water testing of generated algorithms, behaviors and capabilities.
• Aid field tests for algorithms in ocean, littoral, harbor and riverine environments.
• Document work for knowledge transfer, consistency and efficiency.
• Travel in support of data collection, system evaluation testing and project meetings.
• Other related functions as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, engineering, Computer Science, math or other applied sciences.
• Demonstrated ability related to development and application of robotics, autonomy or machine learning algorithms.
• Demonstrated ability with implementation and testing of data processing algorithms.
• Demonstrated ability using object‑oriented programming languages.
• Experience with analysis software packages such as Matlab or Python and general programming languages such as C/C++ or Python.
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux operating systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Math or Applied Sciences with emphasis in autonomous vehicles, robotics, learning systems, data analysis.
• Related experience.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Some weekend, evening and holiday work.
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel.

Eligibility & Other Requirements

US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Applicant must be highly organized, have excellent attention to detail, and possess sound scientific judgment. The position requires effective management of his or her own time with the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute multiple tasks simultaneously. Regular and punctual attendance in the workplace is required.

Salary Range

$88,500–$120,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.