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Neya

Autonomy Engineer

Warrendale, PA · On-site

About the Role We are seeking an Autonomy Engineer to support the development, integration, and testing of autonomy software across a range of unmanned ground vehicle platforms. This hybrid position ...

Berriehill Research

Autonomy Engineer

Warrendale, PA

About the Role We are seeking an Autonomy Engineer to support the development, integration, and testing of autonomy software across a range of unmanned ground vehicle platforms. This hybrid position ...

Berriehill Research

Senior Autonomy Engineer

Warrendale, PA · Hybrid

$102K - $140K/yr

About the Role We are seeking a Senior Autonomy Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of autonomy capabilities across unmanned ground vehicle platforms. This role requires strong ...

BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.

Autonomy Engineer

Lorton, VA · On-site

$99K - $225K/yr

Autonomy Engineer The Opportunity: C ond uct the research, development, integration, deployment, and evaluation of robotic and unmanned systems across multiple operational domains and DoD warfighter ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Autonomy Engineer

Lorton, VA · On-site +1

$99K - $225K/yr

Share Autonomy Engineer The Opportunity: Conduct the research, development, integration, deployment, and evaluation of robotic and unmanned systems across multiple operational domains and DoD ...

AeroVect

Staff Autonomy Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

We are looking for a Staff Engineer who knows how to bring world-class system design to autonomous driving systems in structured, low-speed environments. In this role, you'll lead, manage and scale ...

AdAstra

Senior Autonomy Engineer

San Francisco, CA

$123K - $169K/yr

Senior Autonomy Engineer About the Company This aerospace startup is reshaping how the world connects from above. The team is developing solar-powered, long-endurance UAVs that operate at the edge of ...

ARA

Senior Autonomy Engineer

Warrendale, PA · On-site

$102K - $140K/yr

About the Role We are seeking a Senior Autonomy Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of autonomy capabilities across unmanned ground vehicle platforms. This role requires strong ...

Neya

Senior Autonomy Engineer

Warrendale, PA · On-site

$102K - $140K/yr

About the Role We are seeking a Senior Autonomy Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of autonomy capabilities across unmanned ground vehicle platforms. This role requires strong ...

AeroVect

Staff Autonomy Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

We are looking for a Staff Engineer who knows how to bring world-class system design to autonomous driving systems in structured, low-speed environments. In this role, you'll lead, manage and scale ...

May Mobility

Senior Autonomy Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$102K - $140K/yr

As an Autonomy Software Engineer, you will help build and maintain the systems, pipelines, and tooling that let our perception engineers build, test, deploy, and improve how our vehicles see and ...

Archer

Autonomy Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$140K - $260K/yr

Background in RF/communications engineering or networking-focused software engineering * Experience with mesh radios (e.g., Silvus, Doodle Labs, Microhard) * Experience with IP networking

Tocaro Blue

$130 - $162/hr

With Tocaro Blue , as a Senior Navigation and Autonomy Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing the intelligent systems that will power autonomous marine operations. Working within an elite ...

May Mobility

Senior Autonomy Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI

$102K - $140K/yr

As an Autonomy Software Engineer, you will help build and maintain the systems, pipelines, and tooling that let our perception engineers build, test, deploy, and improve how our vehicles see and ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an autonomy engineer?

To thrive as an Autonomy Engineer, you need expertise in robotics, control systems, sensor integration, and software development—often supported by a degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with programming languages like C++ or Python, simulation environments such as ROS (Robot Operating System), and potentially certifications in robotics or AI are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, collaborative teamwork, and effective communication skills distinguish top candidates in this field. These skills and qualities are essential for designing, implementing, and refining autonomous systems that operate reliably and safely in real-world environments.

What does an autonomy engineer do?

An Autonomy Engineer develops and integrates algorithms, sensors, and software to enable autonomous systems such as self-driving cars, drones, or robotics. They work with machine learning, computer vision, control systems, and sensor fusion to enhance navigation, perception, and decision-making capabilities. Their role involves testing and optimizing autonomous behaviors in simulations and real-world environments to ensure safety and efficiency.

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Autonomy Engineer (Contingent)

Trusted Space, LLC

Chantilly, VA • Hybrid

$135K - $215K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Summary
Position Title: Autonomy Engineer (Contingent)
Position ID: TA242
Location(s):  Hybrid; Greater Denver Metro Area, CO, Northern, VA, Chantilly, VA, Herndon, VA 
Application Deadline: August 31, 2026
Security Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI Security Clearance
Job Description
Trusted Space is seeking a Mid-Level Autonomy Engineer to build and integrate autonomy algorithms and support performance evaluation in simulation and demonstration environments. The engineer will work across message buses, interfaces, and mission workflows as part of a cross‑functional Agile team. This position is contingent upon award, anticipated start September 2026.
Key Responsibilities   
  • Develop, implement, and refine autonomy algorithms (e.g., Reinforcement Learning, Model Predictive Control, sample-based methods) for space-domain missions.
  • Contribute to integration of Trusted Space autonomy capabilities, including message bus interactions, ICDs/APIs, simulation interfaces, and autonomy system workflows.
  • Generate autonomy performance metrics and artifacts for verification and customer reviews.
  • Support integration testing, demo preparation, data generation, and scripted execution activities within Agile Scrum workflows.
  • Collaborate with systems, software, aerospace, and DevSecOps engineers to maintain traceability across requirements, MBSE models, interfaces, and test vectors.
  • Contribute autonomy-focused content to documentation, operator guides, training materials, and technical handoff packages.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.
  • 4+ years of relevant industry or research experience developing autonomous systems.
  • Hands-on experience implementing Reinforcement Learning, Model Predictive Control, sample-based autonomy algorithms, or other decision-making and control techniques, and analyzing their performance.
  • Demonstrated ability working with large software codebases involving multiple interacting components.
  • Proficiency with Python and modern algorithm development tools.
  • Experience with software testing, integration workflows, and simulation environments.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional Agile teams.
  • U.S. Citizenship; active TS/SCI clearance.

Desired Skills and Experience
  • Experience with autonomy for robotics, UAVs, or space vehicles.
  • Working knowledge of aerospace mission dynamics or space-domain operational constraints.
  • Background supporting integration and demonstration events, including test scripting, performance data gathering and analysis, and operator workflow definitions.
  • Strong technical communication skills.
  • Master’s degree in a relevant field (optional but beneficial).

Compensation
The salary range for this role is $135,000 - $215,000. Please note that this range is a general guideline and can vary. Trusted Space, LLC considers several factors when extending an offer including, but not limited to: scope, location, position responsibilities, education/training, key skills and business considerations.
Benefits
Trusted Space seeks to create an environment where Employees are empowered and supported to achieve their full potential. We encourage life-long learning within our agile and innovative work environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans; life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; 401(k) plan; paid holidays and generous paid time off; short-term and long-term disability insurance; and other benefits to promote health, wellness, and a positive work-life balance.
About Trusted Space
Trusted Space is the premier provider of trusted autonomy and battlespace management software solutions enabling machine speed sensing, sense making, decision making, and acting for critical space and intelligence missions. Our portfolio includes trusted autonomy software products, real-time image processing capabilities, advanced space mission engineering services, and space operations & training solutions. We empower government and commercial customers to achieve mission superiority in space reconnaissance & surveillance, dynamic space operations, space-based ISR, and ground/command & control (C2) systems.
Rooted in our adherence to the Golden Rule – to treat others as we want to be treated – Trusted Space fosters a culture of innovation, mission-focus, agility, and technical excellence. We offer a collaborative and supportive work environment, world-class benefits, and work-life balance. We encourage life-long learning and continuous improvement in all we do. We consider it a privilege to work with our customers to provide solutions to their most difficult national security and intelligence challenges.
Trusted Space, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, national origin, veteran status, disability status or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. All aspects of employment are decided based on qualifications, merit, competence, performance, and business need.
DISCLAIMER: Trusted Space, LLC only uses the respective domains of trustedspace.com and trustedspace.us for official contact and any other domains are likely a scam and do not originate from our company. Trusted Space will never ask a candidate for access or pass codes to personal accounts including e-mails, bank accounts, CashApp, Paypal, Venmo, etc.
 

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