Staff Autonomy Engineer — Space & Multi-Agent Systems

Shieldai; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a Staff Engineer to lead the technical delivery of autonomy capabilities across space and multi-domain platforms. You will balance theory with practical, rigorous implementation to bring autonomous solutions into real-world aircraft and satellite contexts.

The role emphasizes optimization, distributed decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration with perception, planning, simulation, and hardware teams. A SECRET clearance or higher is required.

Qualifications

• Proficient in programming languages such as C++ and Python.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Background in control, motion planning, optimization, and distributed decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of autonomy capabilities for complex systems.
• Drive systems-level thinking and integration across teams.
• Collaborate with perception, planning, simulation, hardware, and flight test teams.

Skills

C++

Python

RTOS

Optimization

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

AFSIM

NGTS

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a Staff Engineer to lead the technical delivery of autonomy capabilities across space and multi-domain platforms. You will balance theory with practical, rigorous implementation to bring autonomous solutions into real-world aircraft and satellite contexts.

The role emphasizes optimization, distributed decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration with perception, planning, simulation, and hardware teams. A SECRET clearance or higher is required.