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10d ago

Software Engineer

Belcan San Luis Obispo, CA

San Luis Obispo, CA

10d ago

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

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Job Description

Belcan is seeking a Software Engineer to join their San Luis Obispo, CA team onsite, focusing on embedded flight software for unmanned aircraft systems. The position centers on building and integrating the PX4 flight stack, developing in C/C++, and driving Python-based test workflows for Belcan’s aerospace client in the region.

Responsibilities

Develop and customize the PX4 flight stack with integration to QGroundControl (QGC)
Write embedded flight software in C/C++ and support test/validation workflows with Python
Develop GPS positioning and navigation software components
Perform autonomy and system-level software integration across vehicle, payload, and ground control interfaces
Participate in Git-based workflows (GitHub/GitLab) with version control and collaborative development
Work in modern development environments such as Visual Studio Code
Implement unit testing and software validation practices
Engage with communication protocols and embedded interfaces (MAVLink, TCP/IP, UDP
Conduct software integration and debugging across hardware/software boundaries in flight and laboratory settings
Support rapid iteration driven by integration, test, and flight feedback

Requirements

Degree in robotics, autonomy, software engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or mathematics; strong preference for software/aerospace-focused programs
5+ years of relevant experience
Working knowledge of PX4
U.S. Citizenship is required

Technologies

PX4
QGroundControl
C
C++
Python
GitHub
GitLab
Visual Studio Code
MAVLink
TCP/IP
UDP
ROS2
ArduPilot
Pixhawk

Benefits

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

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

Experience with PX4 flight control stack autopilot or comparable OS such as ROS2, ArduPilot, or Pixhawk
Ability to lead a small software team with ownership of work packages
Embedded real-time software development
Aerospace experience, particularly 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

MORSE Corp is advancing software for Unmanned Aircraft Systems through its R&D programs, guiding work from concept to deployment. This onsiteEmbedded Software Engineer role in Cambridge, MA supports the full engineering design cycle and autonomous flight initiatives, with a salary range of USD 90,000 to 210,000 per year and a requirement for MS-level education along with at least five years of embedded software experience.

Responsibilities

Develop embedded software for novel fixed wing and multi-rotor unmanned aerial vehicles
Develop new software functionality for autonomous UAV flight by modifying PX4 autopilot with new software
Integrate novel autonomy algorithms into UAV flight software, migrating from Python to C/C++ if necessary
Update and execute simulation software to test and evaluate novel algorithms
Support the development of preflight planning tools in Python that interface with data and UI tools via web API
Interface with technology SMEs to integrate new algorithms and subsystems into vehicle platforms
Support flight tests of UAS and UAVs, including setup, system checkouts, ground station operation, log retrieval and analysis, and debugging
Communicate design status, test results, and suggestions in a timely and efficient manner

Requirements

BS or MS in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
5+ years of embedded software development and experience deploying embedded software
Strong proficiency with C/C++, Python, and Rust
Familiarity with PX4, Ardupilot, or similar. Integration into commercial platforms and configuration for flight
Experience with RTOS and embedded communication protocols (UART, I2C, CAN, etc)
Experience with control hardware setup. Examples include telemetry harness setup, radio configuration, power system installation and monitoring
Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills
Willingness and desire to travel for, and participate in, field tests up to 10% of each year
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED and 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

Onsite Software Engineer IV at Nokturnal AI, you will help shape autonomy for real-world robotic platforms through perception, localization, and navigation capabilities. Based in Clearwater, FL, this role collaborates closely with hardware, systems, and program leadership to advance autonomous software from development through deployment.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or 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
Strong 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 software development lifecycle in regulated environments
Active or ability 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

Medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid by the employer
Paid vacation accrual starts on day one, with 3 weeks per year for years 1–3, 4 weeks after year 4, and 5 weeks after year 8, with a 6-week rollover cap
Automatic company contribution to 401K – 5% of earned wages, no matching required
Educational assistance and professional development opportunities
401(k)
401(k) 5% Match
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

Compensation

Salary range: $150,000 - $217,723 per year

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