Flight Navigation Engineer at Reliable Robotics

Mountain View, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, AviationIndustries

Requirements

BS in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or similar advanced degree
Technical expertise in one of the following areas: Kalman filtering; GNSS navigation; inertial navigation; or alternative navigation technologies
3+ years of professional experience developing and testing navigation algorithms
Professional experience with developing C/C++ flight software and Python data reduction & analysis
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Willing to travel 10% of the time
Based at facility in Mountain View, California
Capacity to perform in compliance with U.S. export control laws (U.S. person status or equivalent documentation required)

Responsibilities

Define navigation system requirements in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
Analyze, source, and select sensor solutions for use in the navigation system
Develop sensor models in simulation for evaluation of the navigation system
Implement state estimation algorithms in flight software
Establish test methods to ensure compliance with requirements, best practices, and regulatory standards
Evaluate the navigation system via simulation, hardware-in-loop, and flight test cases

Skills

Kalman filtering

GNSS navigation

Inertial navigation

C/C++

Python

State estimation

Sensor modeling

Flight software

Simulation

Hardware-in-loop

Flight testing

Reliable Robotics

Develops automation technology for aircraft

About Reliable Robotics

Reliable Robotics develops automation technology for aircraft, focusing on making flying safer, more accessible, and more affordable through autonomous operations. Their systems are designed for both cargo operators and passenger airlines, specifically targeting small (Part 23) and larger (Part 25) aircraft. The company emphasizes a 'certification forward' approach, ensuring that their automated systems meet regulatory standards early in development, which enhances safety and reliability. They have successfully demonstrated fully automated operations for small aircraft and are working on commercializing this technology for broader use. Reliable Robotics generates revenue by selling or licensing their automation systems and may also provide maintenance and support services. Led by co-founder and CEO Robert W. Rose, who has a strong background in aerospace and robotics, the company aims to significantly impact the aviation industry by improving the efficiency and safety of air travel.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$165.9MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

Robotics & Automation, Automotive & Transportation, AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Stock options

Employee medical

401k contribution

Great co-workers

Casual work environment

Risks

Increased competition from established aerospace companies could challenge market share.

Potential FAA certification delays may hinder timely commercialization of their technology.

Cybersecurity threats targeting autonomous systems pose risks to operations and reputation.

Differentiation

Reliable Robotics focuses on certified autonomous systems for both cargo and passenger aircraft.

The company employs a 'certification forward' approach, ensuring early regulatory compliance.

Their technology enables remote operation of aircraft, expanding access to more locations.

Upsides

Reliable Robotics secured $3.6 million from the USAF for autonomous flight tech development.

ASL Aviation Holdings ordered 30 autonomous systems, indicating strong market demand.

FAA acceptance of their systems' requirements marks significant certification progress.

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