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EpiSci is redefining tactical mission autonomy. These technologies span across defense and commercial domains. At our core, we wield the latest advancements in artificial intelligence, autonomy algorithms, wireless communications, and digital signal processing to surmount the most formidable national security challenges. Our tactical AI offers robustness, dependability, and a rapid adaptability that thrives on the frontlines of emerging missions and obstacles. Our AI increases human capability in aircraft like the F-22 and F-16; it’s revolutionizing wireless tactical communication systems and filling the skies with swarms of autonomous UAVs supercharged by sensor fusion.
About the roleAs an Autonomy Solutions Engineer on the Network Collaborative Autonomy team, you will be responsible for curating, analyzing, and reporting on autonomy data collected during test events on Group 1-5 aircraft. Your role will play a critical part in the development and optimization of autonomous systems for aircraft, ensuring that data-driven insights lead to continuous improvements in autonomy algorithms and performance.
- Data Curation and Management
- Collect, organize, and manage autonomy data from test events involving Group 1-5 aircraft
- Develop and maintain databases and repositories for storing flight data, ensuring data integrity and accessibility
- Implement data cleaning and preprocessing techniques to ensure data quality prior to analysis
- Data Analysis and Insights
- Analyze large sets of flight data to identify trends, anomalies, and performance metrics related to autonomous systems
- Apply statistical and machine learning methods to extract meaningful insights from raw data
- Collaborate with autonomy developers to translate data insights into actionable improvements for autonomy software and algorithms
- Utilize tools such as Python, MATLAB, or similar to create custom analysis scripts and automate data processing pipelines
- Reporting and Visualization
- Develop clear and concise reports summarizing the findings from test events, including key metrics, performance benchmarks, and areas for improvement
- Create visual representations (plots, graphs, dashboards) of autonomy performance data to facilitate better understanding and decision-making by development teams
- Communicate complex technical data to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, providing actionable recommendations for system optimization
- Test Event Support
- Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of flight tests to ensure relevant autonomy data is collected
- Work closely with test engineers, pilots, and software developers to ensure accurate data capture during test events
- Troubleshoot data collection issues and ensure high fidelity of autonomy data from test flights
- Stay updated on the latest developments in autonomous systems, data analysis techniques, and aerospace technologies to ensure best practices are applied
- Propose and implement improvements to data collection and analysis processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy in future tests
- Compliance and Documentation
- Ensure all data collection and reporting complies with relevant industry regulations and safety standards
- Maintain thorough documentation of data analysis procedures, findings, and recommendations for future reference
- Ensure that all data handling processes follow the organization's cybersecurity and data privacy policies
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/related Engineering field
- 3+ years of hands-on experience working in the DoD developing and optimizing autonomous systems for aircraft
- Strong proficiency with Python
- Strong proficiency with Pandas
- Strong proficiency with Data Visualization
- Must be willing to travel as projects requires; estimated average travel is once every other month for between 2 days up to 1 week (~20%)
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Must hold or be eligible for a U.S. Secret security clearance
- Master’s degree in Data Storage
- 6+ years of hands-on experience working in the DoD developing and optimizing autonomous systems for aircraft
- Experience working projects related to national security for one or more government agencies
Compensation at Applied Intuition for eligible roles includes base salary, equity, and benefits. Base salary is a single component of the total compensation package, which may also include equity in the form of options and/or restricted stock units, comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverage, 401k retirement benefits with employer match, learning and wellness stipends, and paid time off. Note that benefits are subject to change and may vary based on jurisdiction of employment.
Applied Intuition pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum intended target base salary for new hire salaries for the position. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, interview performance, and the level and scope of the position.
Please reference the job posting’s subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the location listed is: $140,000 to $160,000 USD annually.
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