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Unmanned Systems Software Engineer
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Requirements Summary
US Citizen Valid U.S. driver’s license Must hold an active Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI Eligibility Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
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Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Develop and deploy mobile and fixed software solutions supporting unmanned systems integration
- →Support embedded software solutions used on unmanned platforms and supporting subsystems
- →Develop software supporting command and control, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities
- →Design, develop, test, document, and maintain software applications and utilities
- →Support autonomous navigation and mission planning capabilities
- →Develop and maintain communication interfaces utilizing MAVLink and related protocols
- →Support integration of operational technologies onto unmanned systems
- →Configure and support mission planning and ground control software applications
- →Implement and support sensor fusion solutions
- →Develop automation tools, scripts, and data processing capabilities utilizing Python
- →Troubleshoot and resolve software and network communication issues
- →Analyze and reverse engineer software systems to identify and resolve defects
- →Build, compile, test, and deploy software from source code repositories
- →Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and end users to develop innovative technical solutions
- →Support developmental testing, operational demonstrations, fielding events, and mission support activities
Requirements
~2 min read- US Citizen
- Valid U.S. driver’s license
- Must hold an active Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI Eligibility
- Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Demonstrate self-motivation and critical thinking skills.
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, or applicable engineering or science discipline, or qualifying equivalent experience
- Minimum three (3) years of hands-on professional experience with a degree, or seven (7) years of hands-on professional experience without a degree
- Demonstrated experience supporting Group 1 and/or Group 2 Unmanned Systems through software development, integration, testing, mission support, or related activities
- Experience supporting Group 3 Unmanned Systems is desirable
- Experience with commercially available unmanned systems preferred
- Proficiency in C and C++ programming
- Experience utilizing object-oriented software development methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to deliver production software in an Agile development environment
- Extensive knowledge of autonomous navigation and path-planning techniques, including waypoint navigation, geofencing, dynamic routing, obstacle avoidance, and collision detection
- Extensive experience utilizing BetaFlight, ArduPilot, and PX4
- Experience with sensor fusion techniques utilizing technologies such as Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs), Global Positioning System (GPS), cameras, and Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) sensors
- Experience working with QGroundControl or comparable ground control software
- Experience utilizing the Qt and Qt Modeling Language (QML) framework
- Familiarity with the MAVLink communication protocol
- Proficiency in Python for scripting, automation, data analysis, and prototyping
- Strong understanding of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) networking concepts
- Experience troubleshooting network communications issues
- Ability to analyze and reverse engineer complex software codebases
- Experience using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software
- Demonstrated ability to build target software from source code
- Adhere to USSOCOM security requirements, cybersecurity requirements, and non-disclosure obligations.
- Obtain and maintain installation access credentials and Department of Defense Common Access Card credentials, as required.
- Sign required Non-Disclosure Agreements prior to performance.
- Be capable of supporting surge operations, contingency activities, and mission-essential requirements when directed.
- Ability to work in a laboratory, fabrication, and engineering shop environment.
- Ability to work around loud industrial equipment and power tools.
- Ability to safely operate fabrication equipment and engineering support tools.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to support testing events and field activities as required.
Location & Eligibility
Where is the job
Virginia Beach, US
On-site at the office
Listing Details
- Posted
- August 19, 2026
- First seen
- September 25, 2026
- Last seen
- September 26, 2026
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- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 20%
- Scored at
- September 26, 2026
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