Senior Software Engineer - Real-Time Navigation & PNT

jobs.frontdoordefense.com - Jobboard; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop robust navigation algorithms for defense aviation systems. You will research, design, and deploy cutting-edge navigation solutions, ensuring high reliability in contested environments.

The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in C++, experience with state estimation algorithms, and familiarity with embedded Linux systems. This is a full-time position located in Wisconsin offering a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in modern C++ and experience with embedded Linux systems.
• Experience designing state estimation algorithms in defense applications.
• Familiarity with continuous integration workflows and automated testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced algorithms for assured Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT).
• Write and deploy production-quality C++ software for aviation platforms.
• Build tests to validate navigation software performance.

Skills

Modern C++ (C++11 or newer)

Embedded Linux systems

State estimation algorithms (e.g., EKF, UKF)

Deterministic timing

Continuous integration (CI)

Inertial navigation systems (INS)

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop robust navigation algorithms for defense aviation systems. You will research, design, and deploy cutting-edge navigation solutions, ensuring high reliability in contested environments.

The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in C++, experience with state estimation algorithms, and familiarity with embedded Linux systems. This is a full-time position located in Wisconsin offering a competitive salary and benefits package.