Robotics and Autonomous System Engineering Associate

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 88,500 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Austin is seeking a Robotics and Autonomous System Engineering Associate to design and implement algorithms for autonomous decision making on Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles. Responsibilities include developing autonomy algorithms and conducting data analysis in complex environments. Candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree and have experience with programming languages such as Python and C/C++. Benefits include full medical coverage and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree relevant to robotics or engineering.
• Experience developing robotics and autonomy algorithms.
• Proficient in programming languages and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop autonomy algorithms using sonar data for Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles.
• Design algorithms for target recognition in complex environments.
• Conduct data analysis to identify anomalies and improvements.
• Perform in-water testing of algorithms and behaviors.
• Support field tests in various aquatic environments.
• Document procedures for knowledge transfer.

Skills

Robotics

Machine Learning

Data Processing

Object-oriented Programming

Matlab

Python

C/C++

Unix/Linux Operating Systems

Education

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

Job description

Robotics and Autonomous System Engineering Associate

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Job Details

• Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories
• Position Open To: All Applicants
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Earliest Start Date: Immediately
• Position Duration: Expected to Continue
• Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Purpose

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 operating in complex environments to avoid obstacles, aid multi‑agent decision making and dynamically re‑plan 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 the 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.
• Demonstrated ability 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.

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

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.

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.

Benefits

• 100% employer‑paid basic medical coverage
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays

Salary Range

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

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

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest
• Unofficial college transcripts

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and 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.