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Software Engineer – On-Board Autonomy

Software Engineer – On-Board Autonomy

EVONASan Francisco, CA, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Software Engineer – On-Board Autonomy | San Francisco

Join a pioneering space technology company developing spacecraft that can think for themselves. This is a chance to help shape the future of intelligent on-orbit autonomy, combining AI, robotics, and aerospace innovation.

What You’ll Do

  • Design and implement real-time decision-making models for autonomous spacecraft.
  • Develop algorithms that integrate perception, estimation, and prediction layers for mission control.
  • Research and deploy machine learning models, from classical approaches to deep neural networks.
  • Optimise and deploy large AI models on lightweight, edge-based hardware (Jetson, etc.).
  • Contribute to autonomy infrastructure, testing, and mission-critical deployment frameworks.

About You

  • Degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Aerospace, or similar.
  • 2+ years in aerospace, robotics, or autonomous systems.
  • Skilled in C++ and Python, with experience using PyTorch or TensorFlow.
  • Understanding of real-time planning, reinforcement learning, or optimal control.
  • Comfortable blending classical autonomy methods with modern ML techniques.
  • Bonus Points For

  • Experience in UAVs, maritime robotics, or autonomous vehicles.
  • Knowledge of edge computing, safety-critical systems, or real-time software.
  • Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and distributed training.
  • Why Apply?

  • Work on autonomy challenges few teams are tackling in aerospace.
  • See your software run on spacecraft in orbit.
  • Be part of a team redefining what’s possible in intelligent space systems.
  • Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

  • Full-time
  • Job function

  • Information Technology and Engineering
  • Industries : Defense and Space Manufacturing, Space Research and Technology, and Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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