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Senior Autonomy Software Developer

General Atomics
General Atomics Salary
Poway, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/17/2025
Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Autonomy Software Engineer in Poway, CA. The Autonomy and Artificial Intelligence Solutions Software group is charted to develop and deploy end-to-end autonomous systems that enable unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to execute autonomous missions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Technical, Hands-On software developer lead that will drive vision, strategy, and technical direction of team that’s implementing cutting edge autonomy software stacks
  • Lead software development of air-to-air autonomy algorithms capable of making robust decisions for planning and control in uncertain, dynamic environments multi-vehicle operations using state-of-the-art techniques from academia and industry
  • Write and test software to support the integration of autonomy algorithms into aircraft (such as autopilots, payloads, or other functional components) or other robotic systems
  • Design and prototype autonomous software and validate designs through a series of purpose-designed experiments.
  • Participate in and coordinate the establishment of design concepts, criteria, and engineering efforts for product research, development, testing, and integration.
  • Interact with internal and external representatives at various levels concerning resolution of technical and scheduling issues. Act as contact for engineering activities.
  • Ensure technical leadership and excellence is maintained by participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention, and development of the required management, professional, and technical talent.
  • Lead progress review sessions to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance.
  • Identify engineering issues and help leadership develop software solutions to meet customer requirements.
  • Participate in the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets and financial terms/conditions of contract(s).
  • Technical mentor to junior engineers.
  • Responsible for ensuring all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations are observed wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Responsible for ensuring work is accomplished in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.


We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in computer science, information systems or a related discipline and progressive software development experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
  • Has strong object-oriented software engineering fundamentals.
  • Experience in two or more areas: autonomous control, full stack development, edge software deployment, service oriented architecture, collaborative autonomy, distributed software systems, or networking.
  • Experience developing and leading scalable software architectures from scratch.
  • Demonstrated Technical leadership experience.
  • Industrial experience developing distributed collaborative autonomous robotic software
  • Demonstrated ability to trouble-shoot complex software
  • Strong C/C software development skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to architect, design, and develop complex software
  • Must possess the ability to resolve complex technical and management problems
  • Strong communication, leadership, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives
  • Customer focused, must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment, and able to work extended hours and travel as required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.


Job Type: Full-Time Salary

Salary range: 98,100 - 171,398

Salary : $98,100 - $171,398

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