Controls and Systems Integration EngineerWe are looking for a hands-on Controls and Systems Integration Engineer to support advanced unmanned maritime systems programs for the U.S. Navy in San Diego, CA.This is a practical, systems-level engineering role for someone who enjoys making complex electromechanical systems work in the real world. You will work across vehicle controls, embedded and networked systems, power distribution, sensors, autonomy support, and field operations — often within the same day.The ideal candidate is technically broad, comfortable bridging software and hardware, and brings enough hands-on experience to contribute quickly.
You don't need to be an expert in every subsystem, but you should be the kind of engineer who can dig into a problem, read the documentation, inspect the wiring, check the network traffic, write a test script, and keep working until the system makes sense.This is an ON-SITE role in San Diego, CA. Travel: Occasional field tests, sea trials, and shipboard events as neededJOB DUTIES:Integrate, test, and troubleshoot control systems for unmanned maritime vehicles and their subsystems — including propulsion, steering, power management, and payloadsWrite and modify Python and C/C++ code for controls, hardware integration, test automation, and data loggingWork with Linux-based systems, networked devices, serial and CAN bus hardware, and embedded computersSupport integration and troubleshooting of vehicle networks involving PLCs, HMIs, navigation sensors, cameras, and control computersAssist with electrical troubleshooting across DC and AC power systems, including propulsion drives, battery systems, and power distributionPlan and execute bench, dockside, and field tests; document results and support anomaly resolutionSupport government test events, sea trials, and operational demonstrationsWork directly with engineers, technicians, operators, and government customers to solve problems quickly and safelyREQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Controls, or a related technical discipline and five (5) years or more related experience.Clearance:Must be a U.S. Citizen.Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start.Experience:Hands-on experience with controls, robotics, automation, embedded systems, or complex electromechanical equipmentWorking knowledge of Python and familiarity with C/C++Experience working in a Linux environmentFamiliarity with autonomous systems or robotic platforms — whether through coursework, research, or professional experienceAbility to troubleshoot problems that span software, electronics, and hardware in a lab or field environmentAbility to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and network diagramsDESIRED SKILLS:Experience with unmanned systems — UUVs, USVs, AUVs, ROVs, sUAS, or autonomous ground vehiclesFamiliarity with ROS or other robotics/autonomy middlewareExperience with PLCs, CAN bus, or industrial communication protocolsExposure to marine electronics, navigation sensors, or networked vehicle systemsExperience with power systems — batteries, inverters, generators, or electric propulsionTarget salary range: $120,001 - $160,000.
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