Robotics and Autonomous System Engineering Associate

As a Robotics and Autonomous System Engineer you will design, implement and test algorithms for autonomous decision making on Uncrewed Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) for the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL), at ARL., * Identify, research, and develop autonomy algorithms that use sonar data operating in complex environments to avoid obstacles, aid multi-agent decision making and dynamically replan current tasking and sorties.

• Design target recognition algorithms for finding objects in the environment and increasing situational awareness.
• Conduct data analysis across a range of acoustic systems, identifying anomalies and opportunities for improvement..
• Local in-water testing of generated algorithms, behaviors and capabilities.
• Aid field tests for algorithms in ocean, littoral, harbor and riverine environments.
• Document work for knowledge transfer, consistency and efficiency.
• Travel in support of data collection, system evaluation testing and project meetings.
• Other related functions as needed., The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length., Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, engineering, Computer Science, math or other applied sciences.
• Demonstrated ability related to the development and application of robotics, autonomy or machine learning algorithms.
• Demonstrated ability with implementation and testing of data processing algorithms.
• Demonstrated ability using object-oriented programming languages.
• Demonstrated ability with analysis software packages such as Matlab or Python and general programming languages such as C/C++ or Python.
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux operating systems.

Applicant must be highly organized, have excellent attention to detail, and possess sound scientific judgment. The position will require effective management of their own time with the ability to plan, coordinate, and execute multiple tasks simultaneously. Regular and punctual attendance in the workplace is required., * Advanced degree in Engineering, Math or Applied Sciences with emphasis in autonomous vehicles, robotics, learning systems, data analysis.

• Related experience.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0., A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position., * E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes: · 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage · Retirement contributions · Paid vacation and sick time · Paid holidays Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered.

Salary Range

$88,500-$120,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications, * Standard office conditions

• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• Some weekend, evening and holiday work
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.