Embedded Systems & Robotics Engineer
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Aberdeen, MD, USA+4 moreMore locations: Carthage, NC, USA | Fairfax, VA, USA | Titusville, FL, USA | Newport News, VA, USA
HybridHybrid role with primarily remote work and on-call visits to a MAG office; candidates should live near Fairfax or a listed satellite office.
AI & Machine LearningRobotics & Autonomous Systems
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required
About the job
Requirements
- At least 5 years of embedded systems and/or robotics development experience.
- Strong proficiency in C and C++ for real-time, resource-constrained systems.
- Expert proficiency and practical knowledge of Python for scripting, tooling, and rapid prototyping.
- Experience with ROS or ROS2 for robotics development.
- Hands-on experience with autonomous vehicle platforms.
- Proficiency with CAD tools and 3D printing or fabrication.
- Understanding of control theory and path-planning algorithms.
- Experience with hardware communication protocols including CAN, I2C, SPI, and UART.
- Familiarity with MOSA and SOSA standards and open architectures.
- Experience with simulation tools including Gazebo and MATLAB/Simulink.
- A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- Eligibility for a Secret security clearance.
- U.S. citizenship.
- Former U.S. defense contractor, U.S. government, or U.S. military experience.
Responsibilities
- Enhance or augment embedded software for autonomous ground, aerial, underwater, and surface vehicles to extend baseline capabilities.
- Implement sensor fusion for autonomous navigation using LIDAR, cameras, inertial measurement units, and sonar.
- Design control systems for robotic platforms and actuators.
- Create hardware abstraction layers following MOSA and SOSA standards.
- Develop digital twin simulations for hardware-in-the-loop testing.
- Implement real-time operating systems and safety-critical software.
- Develop and verify safety-critical software in accordance with established standards and best practices.
- Design and fabricate custom hardware solutions using 3D printing and rapid prototyping.
- Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering practices using SysML and AADL.
- Lead field testing and validation of autonomous systems.
- Support deployment and troubleshooting in operational environments.
- Create hardware test fixtures and validation procedures.
- Document MOSA compliance and interface specifications.
- Train operators on system capabilities and limitations.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with NVIDIA Jetson platforms for autonomous systems.
- Military or defense robotics experience with ROS-M or JAUS.
- Hands-on experience with real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS or VxWorks and/or embedded Linux such as Yocto or Buildroot.
- Knowledge of digital twin technologies and real-time simulation.
- Familiarity with DO-178C, DO-254, or similar safety standards.
- Experience with swarm robotics and distributed control.
- Understanding of SLAM and computer vision for navigation.
- Experience with environmental testing according to MIL-STD-810.
- A pilot's license or experience with FAA Part 107 operations.
About the company
MAG Aerospace provides and enables technology for real-time situational understanding by operating and maintaining both manned fixed-wing aircraft and unmanned systems that deliver ISR capabilities. It also offers chartered fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft services for missions worldwide. The company runs over 200 aircraft, 30+ Operations Centers, and a team of about 1,700 professionals serving government, international, civilian, and commercial customers under long-term contracts for operation, maintenance, and technical services, plus C5ISR integration, training, and support. MAG differentiates itself through its integrated mix of manned and unmanned ISR platforms, global reach, and end-to-end aviation and technical services aimed at improving clients' situational awareness and operational effectiveness.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Woodbridge, Virginia
Founded
2009
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- MAG won the $151B SHIELD IDIQ on January 13, 2026, broadening missile-defense exposure.
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- MAG Aerospace combines ISR aviation, C5ISR integration, and classified systems engineering.
- MAG won the $151B SHIELD IDIQ on January 13, 2026, signaling deep Pentagon access.
- MAG's aircraft fleet and 30-plus operations centers support deployed, real-time mission execution.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Vacation
- Professional Development Budget
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible Work Hours