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# Autonomy Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Textron, Inc.
- **Location:** Ipswich, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Embedded Software, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Robotic Automation Software, Sensor Fusion, System Testing, Systems Integration, Information Technology, Lidar
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/A9E277F8BCE342DBBBF4D44AFF392C67/job/

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics/Mechatronics or similar.
 * A minimum of two years' experience in autonomous or robotic systems integration, or similar roles.
 * Required Skills:
 * Strong understanding of functional safety (ISO 13849 / ISO 12100);
 * Experience with embedded systems and real-time control;
 * Knowledge of sensor systems and vehicle interfaces (CAN);
 * Hands-on experience with system testing and validation;
 * Self-motivating and able to work with low levels of supervision to defined objectives;
 * Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
 * Desirable Skills:
 * ROS2 and robotics software stacks;
 * Sensor fusion and perception systems;
 * Safety-rated controllers / safety PLCs;
 * Off-highway or automotive systems experience.

## Description

As an Autonomy Systems Engineer, you will develop and integrate the onboard autonomy stack for Jacobsen vehicles. This role focuses on vehicle-level system integration, safety-critical architecture, and embedded implementation, supporting the transition from prototype systems to production-ready autonomous platforms., * Lead integration of the autonomy stack (perception, localisation, planning, control) onto vehicle platforms;

 * Design and implement safety systems, including safety controllers and safe stop functionality;
 * Develop and integrate embedded software and vehicle control interfaces (CAN, drive-by-wire);
 * Define and deliver sensor integration (LiDAR, radar, cameras, GPS/IMU);
 * Execute vehicle-level testing and validation, including field trials;
 * Support functional safety activities (HARA, safety case, certification readiness);
 * Other duties as required.


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