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Senior Software Engineer, Autonomy Capabilities – Space (R5338)

Shield AI

Washington, DC · full time · Senior

$160,000 – $240,000

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What this role is

Shield AI seeks a Senior Software Engineer to develop autonomy capabilities for space platforms, working on control systems, motion planning, and multi-agent coordination. This role suits someone who can bridge advanced algorithms with practical software integration to deliver real-world autonomous systems.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Solve complex problems across diverse programs and integration contexts
  • Develop autonomy capabilities for single and multi-agent platforms
  • Work with advanced control laws and optimization methodologies
  • Integrate solutions into real-world space platforms

Nice to have

  • Background in aircraft kinematics and dynamics
  • Experience with command-and-control hierarchies
  • Knowledge of space domain operations

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