Senior Autonomous System Engineer - Robotics in Chennai, भारत

Job Summary : We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Engineer to lead the development and integration of advanced autonomous aerial systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in Robotics, Aerospace, or Control Systems, with hands-on expertise in UAV flight stacks (PX4/ArduPilot), V-SLAM, and autonomous navigation in GNSS-denied https://jobeax.com/link/D97KR0fNczjlIZqw Responsibilities : - Lead UAS Development : Drive the design, development, and deployment of autonomous UAS platforms, including swarming behaviors and mission-specific adaptations.- Software Architecture & Implementation : Architect and implement robust software solutions using ROS/ROS2, C++, and Python for real-time aerial navigation and control.- Advanced Perception & Navigation : Oversee Visual-SLAM algorithms and sensor fusion (LiDAR, Radar, cameras, IMU) to enable obstacle avoidance, 3D mapping, and autonomous navigation in complex environments.- Flight Control Systems Management : Customize and optimize flight control systems using PX4 or ArduPilot, including PID tuning and EKF optimization.- Systems Integration : Coordinate integration across flight controllers, companion computers, and tactical payloads to ensure seamless performance.- Simulation & Testing : Develop, validate, and iterate autonomous behaviors in high-fidelity simulation environments such as Gazebo, AirSim, or Unity.- Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with hardware, avionics, and flight-testing teams to ensure end-to-end system performance.- Mentorship & Technical Leadership : Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the technical strategy for autonomous ISR and electronic warfare roadmaps.- Compliance & Standards : Ensure all systems meet safety, performance, and regulatory standards, including DGCA and military reliability https://jobeax.com/link/jd7RJPTFkCOnxWn2 Skills : - Programming & Software : Proficient in ROS/ROS2, C++, and Python within embedded Linux environments.- UAV Dynamics & Navigation : Strong understanding of UAV dynamics, path planning algorithms (e.g., A-, RRT), and state estimation.- Flight Control & Communication : Expertise with PX4, ArduPilot, MAVLink, and UAVCAN protocols.- Simulation & Testing : Experienced with Gazebo, AirSim, and SITL/HITL workflows for validating autonomous behaviors.- Perception & Sensor Integration : Hands-on experience with LiDAR-based SLAM, optical flow, and GNSS-denied positioning.- Hardware Optimization : Skilled in debugging and optimizing compute-constrained onboard hardware (e.g., NVIDIA Jetson and similar platforms).Required Qualifications : - https://jobeax.com/link/s1WvHFV9ITSwCkyS in Robotics, Aerospace, Autonomous Systems, or Control Systems.- 8-10+ years in autonomous systems development, including at least 5 years focused on UAS/UAV platforms. (ref:hirist.tech)