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# Autonomous Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Textron Inc.
- **Location:** Augusta, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Software Debugging, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Inertial Navigation Systems, Python (Programming Language), Motion Planning, Robotic Automation Software, Sensor Fusion, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Integration, Performance Testing, Isaac Sim, Low Latency, Lidar, GNSS, Programming Languages
- **Published:** October 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_textron3-344419

## About the Role

vehicle electrical, controls, and sensor systems\. + Ensure the system performs reliably in real\-world field conditions and support field testing and debugging\. + Work with cross functional leads such as product strategy to help define features and product requirements\. **Qualifications** + Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or other related field required\. + Years of Experience: 2 years of relevant experience required\. + Software Knowledge: Python, C , or similar programming language required; ROS2 architecture required\. Additional Requirements: + Required Skills: Autonomy stacks such as NAV2\. Understand sensor fusion \(GPS, IMU, LiDAR, camera\)\. Experience working with real\-time embedded or robotic systems\. Hands\-on debugging and tuning in real\-world environments\. + Preferred Skills: ROS2 \(C /Python\) and robotics system integration\. Navigation algorithms \(A\\ * , DWA, Pure Pursuit, MPC\)\. RTK GPS integration and
localization techniques\. Vehicle control systems \(CAN, drive\-by\-wire\)\. Simulation integration \(Isaac Sim / Gazebo\)\. + Travel Requirements:~20%\-30% travel required to field test locations to support vehicle integration, autonomy tuning, performance validation, troubleshooting, and customer pilot deployments\. + Valid driver's license required\. **AI Readiness:** Textron expects employees to use AI\-enabled tools responsibly and effectively\. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI\-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards\. Prior experience with specific tools is not required - we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment\. **EEO Statement** Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex \(including pregnancy and

## Description

**Autonomous Systems Engineer** **Description** Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc\. is a leading global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, professional turf\-care equipment, and ground support equipment\. Textron Specialized Vehicles markets products under several different brands\. Its vehicles are found in environments ranging from golf courses to factories, airports to planned communities, and theme parks to hunting preserves\. Responsibilities: + Develop and maintain vehicle localization architecture utilizing GNSS/RTK, LiDAR, visual localization, inertial navigation, and sensor fusion techniques\. + Develop behavior planning, motion planning, and vehicle control algorithms for autonomous navigation\. + Optimize computational performance, latency, and resource utilization on embedded computer platforms\. + Develop and maintain system requirements, interface specifications, and validation plans\. + Integrate autonomous hardware and software with