Senior Engineer, Sensor Integration (R5128)

We are seeking a Sensor Integration Engineer to support selection, characterization, calibration, and integration of multi-modal navigation and localization sensors for the X-BAT State Estimation team. This role operates at the intersection of software, electrical, and mechanical engineering, requiring the ability to work across disciplines and directly contribute to cross-functional engineering efforts.

Sensor Selection, Integration & Characterization

Support sensor integration activities from specification through production

Develop and execute sensor characterization and calibration procedures for IMUs, GNSS receivers, cameras, and other navigation sensors

Contribute to sensor trade studies and selection processes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and software engineering teams on: Electrical interfaces, power distribution, and signal conditioning Mounting solutions, alignment, and thermal/vibration considerations Software interfaces, drivers, data acquisition, and calibration implementation

Electrical interfaces, power distribution, and signal conditioning

Mounting solutions, alignment, and thermal/vibration considerations

Software interfaces, drivers, data acquisition, and calibration implementation

Participate in design reviews across EE/ME/SW disciplines, providing interdisciplinary perspective and coordination

Technical Contributions

Develop and execute test plans for sensor performance characterization and validation

Document sensor characteristics, trade studies, and integration requirements

Develop or modify calibration scripts and data processing tools

Support development of calibration procedures and tooling

Debug issues spanning hardware-firmware-software boundaries

Review and contribute to schematics, CAD models, and code as necessary

Collaborative team environment working with EE, ME, and SW engineers

Hands-on lab work combined with analysis and documentation

Occasional travel for team and supplier coordination or testing support

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Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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