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11d ago

Software Engineer

Belcan San Luis Obispo, CA

San Luis Obispo, CA

11d ago

$104k - $146k/yr Full time Python Ardupilot Autopilot Automation

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Job Description

Belcan is hiring a Software Engineer focused on embedded flight software for unmanned aircraft systems in San Luis Obispo, CA (onsite).

Responsibilities

Develop and tailor the PX4 flight stack and integrate it with QGroundControl for mission execution
Craft embedded software in C and C++ for flight systems, with Python used to support test and validation workflows
Develop GPS positioning and navigation-related software components
Perform autonomy and system-level software integration across vehicle, payload, and ground control interfaces
Collaborate in Git-based environments (GitHub and GitLab) with standard version control and team workflows
Develop within modern editors and IDEs, such as Visual Studio Code
Implement unit testing and software validation practices to ensure reliability
Work with communication protocols and interfaces (MAVLink, TCP/IP, UDP, and related embedded interfaces)
Integrate and debug software across hardware and software boundaries in flight and lab environments
Support rapid iteration driven by integration results, test outcomes, and flight feedback

Requirements

Degree in a relevant field such as Robotics, Autonomy, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Mathematics
5+ years of applicable experience
Working knowledge of the PX4 platform
U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of the work

Technologies

PX4
QGroundControl
C
C++
Python
GitHub
GitLab
Visual Studio Code
MAVLink
TCP/IP
UDP
ROS 2
ArduPilot
Pixhawk

Benefits

Health care
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k)
Education assistance
PTO
Holidays
Other paid leave required by law

Compensation

Salary: USD 104,000 - 145,600 per year

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Experience with PX4 flight control stack or similar autopilot ecosystems (for example ROS 2, ArduPilot, Pixhawk)
Ability to lead small software work packages and own delivery scope
Embedded real-time software development experience
Aerospace exposure, especially with unmanned aircraft systems

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1mo ago

Embedded Software Engineer

MORSE Corp Cambridge, MA

Cambridge, MA

1mo ago Closed

$90k - $210k/yr Full time Aerospace API APIs

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 13, 2026).

Job Description

Based in Cambridge, MORSE Corp develops software for unmanned aerial systems and supports the full engineering lifecycle from concept to deployment. The Embedded Software Engineer will drive software development for next-generation UAS, addressing both fixed-wing and multi-rotor platforms on site and across the entire flight stack.

Salary ranges from USD 90,000 to 210,000 per year. A BS or MS in a related field and at least five years of embedded software experience are required.

Location

Cambridge, Massachusetts, onsite

Responsibilities

Create embedded software for innovative fixed-wing and multi-rotor UAVs.
Expand autonomous flight capabilities by enhancing the PX4 autopilot with new software features.
Incorporate novel autonomy algorithms into UAV flight software, migrating from Python to C/C++ when needed.
Update and run simulation tools to test and evaluate new algorithms.
Assist in building preflight planning tools in Python that interface with data and UI via web APIs.
Collaborate with technology SMEs to integrate new algorithms and subsystems into vehicle platforms.
Support flight tests of UAS/UAVs, including setup, system checkouts, ground station operations, log retrieval and analysis, and debugging.
Communicate design status, test results, and recommendations in a timely and efficient manner.

Requirements

BS or MS in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum five years of embedded software development and deployment experience.
Strong proficiency in C/C++, Python, and Rust.
Familiarity with PX4, ArduPilot, or similar autopilot stacks, including integration into commercial platforms and flight configuration.
Experience with RTOS and embedded communication protocols (UART, I2C, CAN, etc.).
Hands-on experience with control hardware setup (telemetry harnesses, radio configuration, power system installation and monitoring).
Solid debugging and troubleshooting skills.
Willingness to travel up to 10% of each year for field tests.
US citizenship required and the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Technologies

PX4 autopilot
ArduPilot
Python
C
C++
Rust
RTOS
UART
I2C
CAN
Web API

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1mo ago

Software Engineer - Robotics & Autonomy

Nokturnal AI Clearwater, FL

Clearwater, FL

1mo ago Closed

$150k - $218k/yr Full time Ardupilot Autopilot Artificial Intelligence Automation

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 3, 2026).

Job Description

An onsite Software Engineer IV responsible for developing and deploying autonomous perception, localization, and navigation for real-world robotic platforms, collaborating with hardware, systems, and program leadership in Clearwater, Florida.

Responsibilities

Architect and deploy autonomy pipelines spanning perception, localization, and navigation for robotic platforms
Design and implement real-time perception modules, including object detection, tracking, and obstacle avoidance
Develop and optimize state estimation and navigation algorithms such as visual odometry, VIO, and SLAM
Integrate software with robotic systems, including flight controllers and autonomy stacks (PX4, ArduPilot)
Deploy and optimize algorithms on embedded hardware (NVIDIA Jetson, GPU-enabled platforms) with a focus on performance and reliability
Fuse data from multiple sensors (cameras, IMUs, GPS, and other onboard systems) to enhance robustness
Support system integration, testing, and validation in lab, ground, and field environments
Troubleshoot and resolve issues during development and deployment in collaboration with engineering and production teams

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
5–10+ years of experience in robotics, autonomy, or real-time embedded systems
Strong programming skills in C++ and/or Python
Experience deploying software onto real robotic or embedded systems
Solid understanding of robotics systems including perception, state estimation, and control integration
Experience with ROS/ROS2 and common robotics frameworks
Familiarity with computer vision and machine learning tools such as OpenCV, PyTorch, or TensorFlow
Experience supporting DoD or federal government programs
Familiarity with MAVLink, PX4, ArduPilot, or similar flight stacks
Experience with simulation environments (Gazebo, MATLAB, etc.)
Knowledge of the software development lifecycle in regulated environments
Active or able to obtain a U.S. security clearance

Technologies

C++, Python
ROS, ROS2
OpenCV, PyTorch, TensorFlow
PX4, ArduPilot
Gazebo, MATLAB
MAVLink
NVIDIA Jetson, CUDA, TensorRT

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) 5% Match
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

Pay and Benefits

Salary range: USD 150,000 to 217,723 per year
Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
Vacation accrual starts on day one; accrual rates as follows:
- Year 1 through Year 3: 3 weeks annually
- Year 4: 4 weeks annually
- Year 8: 5 weeks annually
- Maximum rollover: six weeks
Automatic 401(k) contribution of 5% of earned wages, no matching required
Educational assistance and professional development opportunities
Pay: USD 150,000.00 to 217,723.00 per year

Work Location

In person position based in Clearwater, Florida (onsite)

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