Robotics Software Engineer

MORSE is seeking a talented Robotics Software Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems, navigation algorithms, and autonomy. You will be responsible for architecting systems, implementing custom algorithms, and integrating novel control systems into our aerial vehicles. This role will involve developing and debugging software, configuring systems for flight tests, and supporting the end-to-end development of prototype vehicles. A passion for innovation and the ability to bring novel Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) from concept to flight is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Architect systems with multiple microcontrollers, defining component roles and managing requirements.

• Implement custom navigation algorithms and autonomy logic in Rust and C++.

• Analyze vehicle flight logs and debug GNC and autonomy issues

• Develop and write LIDAR sensor drivers in C++ and Rust.

• Handle system configuration, ground station setup, and data management during local and remote flight tests.

• Develop control and path planning algorithms for aerial vehicles and integrate them into the PX4 ROS communications layer.

• Implement drivers for novel control actuation and integrate them into PX4 or other flight controllers.

• Incorporate flight models into the existing Python flight simulator and use the simulator for algorithm development.

• Develop Software-In-the-Loop (SWIL) and Hardware-In-the-Loop (HWIL) testing capabilities.

• Aid in system architecture, selection, and integration of flight controllers, electronics, and sensors.

• Support the development, integration, and testing of prototype vehicles.

• Write, test, and debug drivers such as CANopen actuators and beyond line-of-sight radios in C++ and Python.

• Demonstrate familiarity with low-level embedded programming concepts such as memory management, data structures, algorithms, and bit manipulation.

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance

• Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

• Strong skills in C++, Rust, and Python.

• Experience in navigation algorithms (SLAM, path planning) and autonomy logic.

• Experience with low-level embedded programming and microcontrollers.

• Experience with PX4 or other flight controllers

• Skilled in system architecture, component definition, and integration of prototype vehicles.

• A passion for taking novel UAS from concept to flight!