32 autonomous systems engineer jobs at 17 companies in Laurel, MD
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Autonomous Systems Software Engineer
Reston, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Metron: Develops scientific software and mathematical models for national security.
5+ YOEBachelor's in CS or related, 5+ years software development experience, C++ and Gazebo experience, multithreading and performance optimization skills, US citizenship and eligibility for security clearance.
Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory: Conducts research and engineering for national security and space.
2+ YOEBachelor's in a related technical field, 2+ years developing or integrating robotics/autonomous/embedded systems, programming in Python/C++/Rust, strong communication, and ability to obtain Interim Top Secret leading to Top Secret (US citizenship required).
Aurora Flight Sciences: Designs and builds autonomous aircraft and advanced aerospace systems.
US Person with Bachelor's in Aerospace/Computer Science or equivalent; proficiency in C/C++ or Python; demonstrated ability to lead technical delivery or small teams; domain knowledge in autonomous/UAS guidance, navigation, control, and mission systems.
OceaneeringNYSE: OII: Global provider of engineered services for offshore energy industries.
5+ YOEBachelor's in engineering or computer science; 5+ years in systems/requirements engineering for aerospace/defense/robotics; strong requirements tools; U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DoD clearance; experience with safety-critical autonomous systems.
Senior Electronics & Computer Hardware Engineer – Autonomous Systems
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$161k-$251k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Noblis: Nonprofit science, technology, and strategy firm supporting government missions.
10+ YOEBachelor's in EE/CE or related (Master's preferred), 10+ years hardware engineering experience focused on autonomous systems, experience with navigation sensors, RF/telemetry, PCB lifecycle, MIL-STD familiarity, US citizen with active Top Secret/SCI.
GPS/GNSS, IMUs, LiDAR, radar, electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR), RF systems, data links, embedded communication interfaces, FPGA, ASIC, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-810
Anduril Industries: Defense technology building autonomous military hardware and software.
Lead technical architecture for software-heavy robotics and autonomous systems; oversee HW/SW integration, testing, and fielding; eligible for U.S. Secret clearance.
PalantirNasdaq: PLTR: Developing software platforms for data integration and analytics.
5+ YOE2+ Mgmt5+ years professional software development, 2+ years system design and 2+ years mentoring/tech lead experience; proficiency in Rust, Python, C++, or Java; BS/MS/PhD in CS/Robotics/EE or related; active or eligible for US security clearance.
Applied Intuition: Developing software and simulation infrastructure for autonomous vehicles.
2+ YOE2+ years professional software engineering experience; strong C++ (C++20+) skills; Python and shell scripting; Git; familiarity with agentic coding tools; US citizenship and eligibility for Secret clearance; willingness to travel ~10-20%.
C++, C++20, Python, shell, Cursor, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Git, CMake, Bazel, Protocol Buffers, FlatBuffers, Cap'n Proto, Docker, Kubernetes
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Provides technology and management consulting services to diverse organizations.
10+ YOE10+ years leading client-facing technical engagements; experience with MBSE, AI/autonomous systems, enterprise AI, cloud and big data, interdisciplinary teams, and object-oriented programming; Secret clearance and bachelor's degree required.
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Java, C++, C#, Python, SysML, UML
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Weapons (R5427)
Washington or San Diego or Boston or Dallas
$163k-$245k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Shield AI: Develops autonomous flight software and unmanned aircraft for defense.
5+ YOEBS/MS or equivalent experience, typically 5+ years relevant experience, strong C++ and embedded/Linux skills, system integration and field-test experience, ability to obtain SECRET clearance.
Field AI: Develops autonomous software brains for robots in unstructured environments.
Experience with robotics/autonomous systems, strong problem-solving, customer-facing project management, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, Bachelor's degree in a technical field, programming experience in Python or C++.
WEXNYSE: WEX: Provides global payment processing and business information management services.
Staff/lead level engineer with deep experience architecting autonomous/agentic AI systems, cross-platform architecture, security-by-design, CI/CD, cloud reliability, and mentoring senior engineers.
Senior Product Manager, Autonomous Vehicle Safety, Global Road Safety
Nashville or Bellevue or Arlington
$136k-$184k/yrOnsiteFull Time
AmazonNASDAQ: AMZN: Global online retail and cloud computing technology provider.
7+ YOE7+ years product management experience with safety-critical or autonomous systems; strong communication, analytical and data-driven decision skills; experience partnering with engineering/robotics teams; Bachelor's in engineering/CS/robotics required.
SAICNYSE: SAIC: Provides engineering, IT, and mission support services to government.
14+ YOEExtensive satellite systems engineering and government acquisition experience; active TS/SCI with poly; bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred); strong communication and leadership; ability to work autonomously.
RTXNYSE: RTX: RTX provides advanced aerospace and defense systems and services.
U.S. citizenship and active/obtainable TS/SCI clearance required; experience building agentic/autonomous AI systems and production-quality Python systems; research evaluation and technical writing skills.
SercoLondon Stock Exchange: SRP: Provides professional outsourcing services to governments worldwide.
4+ YOEUS citizen with ability to obtain/hold DoD Secret clearance, high school diploma/GED, 4+ years system diagnostics/troubleshooting experience, 2+ years autonomous work, familiarity with electronic/hydraulic/electromechanical systems, ability to travel up to 50%.
PLC, CCTV, Automated Vehicle Gate (AVG), Electronic Security Systems (ESS)