Robotics Software Engineer

MORSE Corp; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays

Open leave policy

Job summary

MORSE Corp is seeking a Robotics Software Engineer to architect and implement firmware for autonomous aerial systems. You will work on embedded platforms, navigation, and control loops, integrating PX4 or similar flight stacks and developing LIDAR drivers for flight tests.

You will analyze flight data, optimize autonomy logic, and support end-to-end prototype vehicle development from concept to test flights across multiple test environments.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required or ability to obtain security clearance.
• Strong skills in C++, Rust, and Python.
• Experience in navigation algorithms (SLAM, path planning) and autonomy logic.
• Experience with low-level embedded programming and microcontrollers.
• Experience with PX4 or other flight controllers.
• Skilled in system architecture, component definition, and integration of prototype vehicles.
• Passion for taking novel UAS from concept to flight.

Responsibilities

• Architect systems with multiple microcontrollers, defining component roles and requirements.
• Implement navigation algorithms and autonomy logic in Rust and C++.
• Analyze flight logs and debug GNC and autonomy issues.
• Develop LIDAR drivers in C++ and Rust.
• Configure ground systems and support flight tests (local and remote).
• Develop control and path planning algorithms and integrate into PX4/ROS layer.
• Write drivers for actuators and radios in C++ and Python.
• Demonstrate low-level embedded programming concepts (memory, data structures).
• Support flight controller, electronics, and sensor integration.

Skills

C++

Rust

Python

Navigation algorithms

Embedded systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Robotics, Electrical, CE, CS, Aerospace)

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

PX4

ROS

Job description

MORSE Corp is an employee owned, small business based in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA with a history of fielding cutting-edge technology. MORSE boasts a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers to deliver best-in-class technical solutions that solve difficult multidisciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem.

MORSE is seeking a talented Robotics Software Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems, navigation algorithms, and autonomy. You will be responsible for architecting systems, implementing custom algorithms, and integrating novel control systems into our aerial vehicles. This role will involve developing and debugging software, configuring systems for flight tests, and supporting the end-to-end development of prototype vehicles. A passion for innovation and the ability to bring novel Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) from concept to flight is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Architect systems with multiple microcontrollers, defining component roles and managing requirements.

• Implement custom navigation algorithms and autonomy logic in Rust and C++.

• Analyze vehicle flight logs and debug GNC and autonomy issues

• Develop and write LIDAR sensor drivers in C++ and Rust.

• Handle system configuration, ground station setup, and data management during local and remote flight tests.

• Develop control and path planning algorithms for aerial vehicles and integrate them into the PX4 ROS communications layer.

• Implement drivers for novel control actuation and integrate them into PX4 or other flight controllers.

• Incorporate flight models into the existing Python flight simulator and use the simulator for algorithm development.

• Develop Software-In-the-Loop (SWIL) and Hardware-In-the-Loop (HWIL) testing capabilities.

• Aid in system architecture, selection, and integration of flight controllers, electronics, and sensors.

• Support the development, integration, and testing of prototype vehicles.

• Write, test, and debug drivers such as CANopen actuators and beyond line-of-sight radios in C++ and Python.

• Demonstrate familiarity with low-level embedded programming concepts such as memory management, data structures, algorithms, and bit manipulation.

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

• Strong skills in C++, Rust, and Python.

• Experience in navigation algorithms (SLAM, path planning) and autonomy logic.

• Experience with low-level embedded programming and microcontrollers.

• Experience with PX4 or other flight controllers

• Skilled in system architecture, component definition, and integration of prototype vehicles.

• A passion for taking novel UAS from concept to flight!

MORSE Corp’s salary range for this role carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, education, skills and expertise, location, internal equity, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated. Depending on role eligibility, total compensation may also include bonus, stock, 401(k) match, paid time off, medical, dental, vision and life insurance.Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year. MORSE maintains an “open” leave policy that does not restrict exempt, regular full-time employees to a specificnumber of paid sick or vacation days. However, this policy is not an “unlimited” paid leave policy.

Compensation: $90,000 USD - $210,000 USD

The team at MORSE takes pride in being the smart team that is easy to work with. We focus on steady, long-term success with an emphasis on exceptionalism and delivering mission-critical impact to our customers. For more information, please visit www.morsecorp.com.