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Robotics Engineer

Phase2 Technology, Mc Lean, VA, United States


Job Number: R0238340
Robotics Engineer
Overview
Conduct the research, development, integration, deployment, and evaluation of robotic and unmanned systems across multiple operational domains and DoD warfighter mission areas. Function at the intersection of software and hardware to design, build, test, and demonstrate new robotic capabilities that address complex client problems in sensing, autonomy, and human interaction. Apply advanced engineering skills, extensive technical expertise, and full industry knowledge. Develop innovative solutions to complex problems. Work without considerable direction, and mentor and supervise team members.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience developing and debugging software and algorithms in C/C++ for Linux-based embedded systems, including driver development and integration of sensors, platforms, and interfaces

2+ years of experience developing autonomy algorithms such as localization and path planning for navigation

2+ years of experience leading robotic software development efforts, including requirements specification, design, implementation, integration, planning, tasking, testing, and code reviews

1+ years of experience integrating Sensor Fusion and State Estimation algorithms, including Kalman filters, particle filters, SLAM, and VIO

Knowledge of ROS2 to develop software for robotic applications

Ability to obtain a Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a Robotics field

Nice to Have

3+ years of experience with computer vision such as OpenCV, camera models, and camera calibrations

2+ years of experience working with UAS platforms and PX4-based flight controllers

2+ years of experience working with software containerization methods and utilities such as Docker and Docker-compose

Experience leading software development efforts following DevOps principles, including Agile, CI/CD, and test‑driven development, and using automation tools, including pipelines and runners

Experience briefing DoD leaders and customers, and collecting requirements for defense missions

Experience with Universal Command and Control Interface (UCI) for UAS and Open Mission Systems (OMS)

Experience with QGroundControl

Secret clearance

Master's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a Robotics‑related field preferred; Doctorate degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a Robotics‑related field a plus

FAA Small UAS Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification

Clearance
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract‑specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). This posting will close within 90 days from the posting date.

EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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