Simulation Framework Engineer (Entry) – C++/Python for Autonomy

Roboticsconnected; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is developing and maintaining software that links modeling and simulation environments with core autonomy software. The role focuses on C++ and Python development, adapters and plugins, and creating reusable components that simplify simulation for autonomy developers.

This early-career position involves contributing to framework efforts such as NGTS, AFSIM, Aechelon, HMSSimBlocks, and the emerging HMSF, with emphasis on integration and compatibility across simulation tools.

Qualifications

• Early-career engineer with interest in defense simulation, autonomy, distributed systems, and technical integration.
• Experience writing C++ and Python; build adapters and plugins; support reusable software components.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain software that connects modeling and simulation environments with core autonomy software.
• Write C++ and Python code, build adapters and plugins, and support reusable software components that reduce simulation-specific complexity for autonomy developers.
• Support HMSSimBlocks→HMSF migration by implementing baseline adapters, porting modules, testing functionality, and maintaining compatibility for ongoing HMSSimBlocks programs.

Skills

C++

Python

Simulation

Distributed systems

Software integration

Tools

NGTS

AFSIM

Aechelon

HMSSimBlocks

HMSF

Job description

Shield AI is developing and maintaining software that links modeling and simulation environments with core autonomy software. The role focuses on C++ and Python development, adapters and plugins, and creating reusable components that simplify simulation for autonomy developers.

This early-career position involves contributing to framework efforts such as NGTS, AFSIM, Aechelon, HMSSimBlocks, and the emerging HMSF, with emphasis on integration and compatibility across simulation tools.