Engineer I, Software, New Grad

About the Role

Seeking Autonomous Software Engineers for full-time roles starting in 2027. This is a paid, in-person, full-time position for students graduating during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and ship C++ and/or Python features, tools, and tests.
• Write embedded firmware in C/C++ for real-time software that controls UAVs.
• Develop tests, reporters, and tooling in Python to validate software behavior and performance.
• Develop and evaluate autonomy software across areas such as mission behavior, planning, multi-agent coordination, decision-making, platform integration, or perception (object detection, tracking, sensor fusion, localization, situational awareness, or AI/ML-enabled workflows).
• Build unit and integration tests, run and analyze simulation or bench results, and investigate failures using logs, telemetry, traces, and debugging tools.
• Support software integration across autonomy capabilities, platform/vehicle interfaces, sensors, perception products, mission compute, and operator or command-and-control (C2) systems, including simulation, software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, and bench testing.
• Work with real and simulated data from cameras, EO/IR sensors, IMUs, GPS, radars, or other mission payloads.
• Work cross-functionally with electrical and mechanical engineers to determine and validate software requirements.
• Write documentation for setup steps, interface assumptions, configuration, test procedures, and findings.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and test debriefs, and take on ownership of features and fixes over time.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field, graduating between December 2026 and August 2027.
• Foundational Python experience.
• Understanding of basic software practices, including debugging, source control, code review, and automated testing.
• Familiarity with Linux and command-line tools.
• Familiarity with structured data formats such as XML, JSON, or YAML.
• Ability to read technical documents, solve problems, and explain work clearly.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn in a team environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project, internship, or research experience in software testing, systems integration, robotics, autonomous systems, or simulation.
• Experience with Python test tools such as pytest or unittest.
• Familiarity with C++ or with testing systems written in more than one language.
• Exposure to XML schemas, interface control documents, or message-based systems.
• Experience with Git, continuous integration, or container tools such as Docker or Podman.
• Familiarity with networking, publish-subscribe messaging, message brokers, or distributed systems.