UAS Software Engineer, Senior

UAS Software Engineer

The Opportunity: 

As a UAS Software Engineer specializing in AI autonomy, you will design, develop, and deploy machine learning models that power intelligent behaviors on unmanned aircraft systems. You will work with advanced autonomy frameworks, including platforms such as Hivemind developed by Shield AI, to build resilient navigation, perception, targeting, and collaborative autonomy capabilities for Army and joint clients. 

You will operate at the cutting edge of edge AI, computer vision, reinforcement learning, and real-time embedded systems, helping the Army transition from human-in-the-loop control to AI-assisted and autonomous mission execution. 

What You’ll Do:

• Design and train machine learning models for perception, object detection, tracking, and classification.
• Develop reinforcement learning and autonomy algorithms for navigation and mission execution.
• Implement sensor fusion models combining EO/IR, LiDAR, GPS-denied navigation, and telemetry data.
• Optimize AI models for deployment on edge compute platforms such as GPU, TPU, and embedded systems.
• Develop and integrate autonomy behaviors within platforms such as Hivemind.
• Implement mission planning logic and adaptive decision-making algorithms.
• Enable collaborative autonomy between multiple UAS platforms.
• Build simulation-based training pipelines for autonomy validation.
• Deploy containerized AI models to airborne and ground edge nodes.
• Optimize inference latency and resource utilization.
• Conduct hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing.
• Support flight testing and operational evaluations.
• Develop secure software pipelines aligned to DoD cybersecurity standards.
• Support RMF and ATO compliance.
• Integrate AI outputs into tactical networks and mission command systems.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for rapid model iteration and field updates.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, focusing on AI/ML systems 
• Experience with Python and C++ 
• Experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, and ONNX
• Experience building and deploying AI models on edge hardware such as NVIDIA Jetson, GPUs, and embedded platforms
• Experience with robotics middleware such as ROS or ROS2
• Experience with computer vision or autonomous navigation systems
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:  

• Secret clearance
• Master’s degree 
• ML, AI, or Solution Architecture Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Compensation

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Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86,900.00 to $198,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

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Work Model
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• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.