Senior Alt-PNT Research Engineer | Lead Navigation Tech

University of Dayton Research Institute; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 130,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

The University of Dayton Research Institute in Dayton, OH invites qualified applicants for a Senior Alt-PNT Research Engineer role. You will drive cutting-edge Alt-PNT research and lead development across DoD projects, guiding diverse engineering teams to create novel navigation solutions.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in EE/CE/CS, 8+ years of experience, proficiency with Python, C++, or Java, and Git. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of professional experience.
• Experience with Python, C++, or Java.
• Experience developing software in Linux or Windows environments.
• Experience with Git version control.
• Willingness to travel ~10% for remote test events.
• Experience in Alt-PNT sensor technologies: Vision Based Navigation, Magnetic Anomaly Navigation.
• Experience developing and testing sensor fusion engines.
• Due to DoD contracts, U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and explore new development work for Alt-PNT projects across the Department of War.
• Demonstrate leadership in teams of engineers to develop novel navigation solutions.
• Contribute towards business development initiatives to broaden the PNT portfolio.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

Git

Linux

Windows

Travel

Alt-PNT sensors

Sensor fusion

U.S. Citizenship

DoD Clearance (Secret)

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or CS

Doctoral degree (preferred)

Tools

Git

Job description

The University of Dayton Research Institute in Dayton, OH invites qualified applicants for a Senior Alt-PNT Research Engineer role. You will drive cutting-edge Alt-PNT research and lead development across DoD projects, guiding diverse engineering teams to create novel navigation solutions.

Requirements include a Master’s degree in EE/CE/CS, 8+ years of experience, proficiency with Python, C++, or Java, and Git. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance are required.