Who we are Lab37 Robotics , is a technology company focused on the development and deployment of robots designed specifically for direct-to-customer food production. Our mission is to revolutionize the food industry by creating innovative robotic solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction. We are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver cutting-edge products that meet the evolving needs of our industry. What you'll do Take on ownership of the on-robot software stack. This spans low level sensor interfaces and motor control, up through higher level state machines, up to managing, controlling, and offloading data to the cloud. Work with a team to both lead and provide feedback on new designs, triage issues, and analyze system performance. Responsibilities Build out on the on-robot software stack, including implementing support for new hardware modules, triaging failures on existing modules, and implementing higher level state machines to efficiently manage incoming orders. Collaborate with culinary and product teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions Integrate with delivery service providers to receive orders and provide status updates Create and integrate with the on-robot control panel interfaces Work alongside firmware, mechanical, electrical, and front end engineers to ensure cohesive system functionality Contribute to code reviews and architectural decisions What we're looking for Comfortable with C++ and Linux. Familiarity with documentation tools (for example wikis, markdown, docs) and writing design documents and playbooks. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical team members. Desirable Skills Experience with ROS or similar robotics development frameworks. Experience with Vue3 and TypeScript for writing frontend web applications. Experience with Docker, Protobuf, Python, Terraform, and Git. Experience with embedded Linux distributions and deploying software onto physical devices. Familiarity with simulation environments, along with standing up simulated backend services or making use of such services in unit/integration tests. Familiarity with SQL, Superset, Jupyter notebooks, and other tools used for analyzing data. Why join us Demand for online food delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10X from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500bn- $1T by 2030. Changing the restaurant industry: You'll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery. Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow and achieve your goals, and you'll work closely with other teams to ensure our customer's success. What else you need to know This role is based in our Pittsburghoffice. As a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That's why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week. The base salary range for this role is $174,000 - $222,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus. Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees): Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options). Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term). Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity. Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children. Pet insurance discount. 401(k). Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter) Time Off policies: Discretionary vacation days 8 paid holidays per year Paid sick time Paid Bereavement leave Paid Parental Leave Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion. Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis. Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others?
09/23/2026
Full time
Who we are Lab37 Robotics , is a technology company focused on the development and deployment of robots designed specifically for direct-to-customer food production. Our mission is to revolutionize the food industry by creating innovative robotic solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction. We are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver cutting-edge products that meet the evolving needs of our industry. What you'll do Take on ownership of the on-robot software stack. This spans low level sensor interfaces and motor control, up through higher level state machines, up to managing, controlling, and offloading data to the cloud. Work with a team to both lead and provide feedback on new designs, triage issues, and analyze system performance. Responsibilities Build out on the on-robot software stack, including implementing support for new hardware modules, triaging failures on existing modules, and implementing higher level state machines to efficiently manage incoming orders. Collaborate with culinary and product teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions Integrate with delivery service providers to receive orders and provide status updates Create and integrate with the on-robot control panel interfaces Work alongside firmware, mechanical, electrical, and front end engineers to ensure cohesive system functionality Contribute to code reviews and architectural decisions What we're looking for Comfortable with C++ and Linux. Familiarity with documentation tools (for example wikis, markdown, docs) and writing design documents and playbooks. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical team members. Desirable Skills Experience with ROS or similar robotics development frameworks. Experience with Vue3 and TypeScript for writing frontend web applications. Experience with Docker, Protobuf, Python, Terraform, and Git. Experience with embedded Linux distributions and deploying software onto physical devices. Familiarity with simulation environments, along with standing up simulated backend services or making use of such services in unit/integration tests. Familiarity with SQL, Superset, Jupyter notebooks, and other tools used for analyzing data. Why join us Demand for online food delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10X from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500bn- $1T by 2030. Changing the restaurant industry: You'll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery. Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow and achieve your goals, and you'll work closely with other teams to ensure our customer's success. What else you need to know This role is based in our Pittsburghoffice. As a company driven by invention and continuous change - we are constantly reimagining our industries, building new products, and refining how we operate. We do our best work together. That's why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week. The base salary range for this role is $174,000 - $222,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications. Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus. Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees): Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options). Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term). Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity. Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children. Pet insurance discount. 401(k). Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter) Time Off policies: Discretionary vacation days 8 paid holidays per year Paid sick time Paid Bereavement leave Paid Parental Leave Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion. Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis. Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others?
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman has an opening for an Embedded DevOps Engineer Level 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. As an integral part of our multi-discipline engineering team in Advanced Weapons, you will be on the forefront of developing next generation solutions to protect technology for our nation's warfighters. This position is required to be full-time, on-site in the Northridge, CA location. No remote/telework arrangement is available for this position. Applicants must have a current US Government DoD Secret security clearance with ability to get cleared for SAP. The Embedded DevOps Engineer will define, design, and own the end to end CI/CD pipeline architecture for Missile Programs within the Advanced Weapons Business Unit. In this position, you will craft secure, scalable pipeline solutions, drive implementation across multiple development streams, and continuously improve automation, testing, and deployment practices. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in DevSecOps tools and processes together with hands on experience in embedded software development, understanding the unique constraints of real time and safety critical code. The Embedded DevSecOps Lead will serve as the primary liaison between engineering teams, program managers, and senior leadership, translating complex technical concepts into clear business value. Success in this role requires strong technical leadership, the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non technical stakeholders, and coordination across multiple networks and sites to ensure consistent standards and seamless collaboration. Key Responsibilities: Design and own end to end CI/CD pipelines for missile program codebases, selecting and integrating tools such as Jenkins, Nexus, SonarQube, and the Atlassian (Jira, Bitbucket, and Confluence) suite. Develop and maintain pipeline automation scripts and build configurations (CMake, Visual Studio, custom build scripts) to support continuous integration, testing, and delivery of embedded software. Architect secure artifact repositories and version control strategies, ensuring traceability, reproducibility, and compliance with DoD security requirements. Implement static analysis, code quality gates, and vulnerability scanning within the pipeline using SonarQube and other tooling to enforce secure coding practices across C++, Python, and VxWorks projects. Collaborate with embedded software engineers to tailor build and test processes for real time, safety critical applications, handling cross compilation, hardware in the loop testing, and simulation environments. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development and operations teams, fostering DevSecOps best practices and continuous improvement. Coordinate across multiple networks and sites, standardizing pipeline configurations, ensuring consistent security posture, and facilitating seamless integration of code and artifacts across geographically dispersed teams. Maintain up to date documentation of pipeline architecture, build processes, security controls, and compliance evidence to support audits and accreditation activities. Basic Qualifications: BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field with 8 years of embedded software/hardware development, preferably on safety critical or defense platform; or MS with 6 years of the same experience. Experience as a technical lead collaborating with cross-functional teams DevSecOps experience creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines with the ability to identify needs for automation, design and implementation of CI/CD solutions Experience with GIT and Agile development, inclusive of generating, analyzing, and reporting on Agile and development metrics. Embedded software development experience with micro controllers, DSPs, FPGAs, and Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as VxWorks, FreeRTOS, or QNX in Windows or Linux environments Current US Government Secret security clearance with ability to get cleared for SAP Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency in one or more of the following: C/C++/Python, Flight Software Development, Software Factory. Experience with full software development life-cycle Experience with tools like GitLab, Atlassian (Jira, Bitbucket and/or Jenkins), including CI/CD tools (SonarCube, Fortify, VectorCast) Cloud Technologies (AWS, Azure) with Containers and Orchestration (Podman, Kubernetes) Experience with simulators, STE development CISSP, CISM, or Security+ Certification Demonstrated ability to implement process improvements, streamline activities, and develop efficiencies Excellent communication and organizational skills; strong interpersonal and analytic skills Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
09/21/2026
Full time
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman has an opening for an Embedded DevOps Engineer Level 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. As an integral part of our multi-discipline engineering team in Advanced Weapons, you will be on the forefront of developing next generation solutions to protect technology for our nation's warfighters. This position is required to be full-time, on-site in the Northridge, CA location. No remote/telework arrangement is available for this position. Applicants must have a current US Government DoD Secret security clearance with ability to get cleared for SAP. The Embedded DevOps Engineer will define, design, and own the end to end CI/CD pipeline architecture for Missile Programs within the Advanced Weapons Business Unit. In this position, you will craft secure, scalable pipeline solutions, drive implementation across multiple development streams, and continuously improve automation, testing, and deployment practices. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in DevSecOps tools and processes together with hands on experience in embedded software development, understanding the unique constraints of real time and safety critical code. The Embedded DevSecOps Lead will serve as the primary liaison between engineering teams, program managers, and senior leadership, translating complex technical concepts into clear business value. Success in this role requires strong technical leadership, the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non technical stakeholders, and coordination across multiple networks and sites to ensure consistent standards and seamless collaboration. Key Responsibilities: Design and own end to end CI/CD pipelines for missile program codebases, selecting and integrating tools such as Jenkins, Nexus, SonarQube, and the Atlassian (Jira, Bitbucket, and Confluence) suite. Develop and maintain pipeline automation scripts and build configurations (CMake, Visual Studio, custom build scripts) to support continuous integration, testing, and delivery of embedded software. Architect secure artifact repositories and version control strategies, ensuring traceability, reproducibility, and compliance with DoD security requirements. Implement static analysis, code quality gates, and vulnerability scanning within the pipeline using SonarQube and other tooling to enforce secure coding practices across C++, Python, and VxWorks projects. Collaborate with embedded software engineers to tailor build and test processes for real time, safety critical applications, handling cross compilation, hardware in the loop testing, and simulation environments. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development and operations teams, fostering DevSecOps best practices and continuous improvement. Coordinate across multiple networks and sites, standardizing pipeline configurations, ensuring consistent security posture, and facilitating seamless integration of code and artifacts across geographically dispersed teams. Maintain up to date documentation of pipeline architecture, build processes, security controls, and compliance evidence to support audits and accreditation activities. Basic Qualifications: BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field with 8 years of embedded software/hardware development, preferably on safety critical or defense platform; or MS with 6 years of the same experience. Experience as a technical lead collaborating with cross-functional teams DevSecOps experience creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines with the ability to identify needs for automation, design and implementation of CI/CD solutions Experience with GIT and Agile development, inclusive of generating, analyzing, and reporting on Agile and development metrics. Embedded software development experience with micro controllers, DSPs, FPGAs, and Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as VxWorks, FreeRTOS, or QNX in Windows or Linux environments Current US Government Secret security clearance with ability to get cleared for SAP Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency in one or more of the following: C/C++/Python, Flight Software Development, Software Factory. Experience with full software development life-cycle Experience with tools like GitLab, Atlassian (Jira, Bitbucket and/or Jenkins), including CI/CD tools (SonarCube, Fortify, VectorCast) Cloud Technologies (AWS, Azure) with Containers and Orchestration (Podman, Kubernetes) Experience with simulators, STE development CISSP, CISM, or Security+ Certification Demonstrated ability to implement process improvements, streamline activities, and develop efficiencies Excellent communication and organizational skills; strong interpersonal and analytic skills Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Job Description Job Description About the Team: The Sensors Division within STR focuses on the development and analysis of advanced sensor systems in the RF, acoustic, and electro-optical domains. This includes the design and development of novel sensors and advanced information processing techniques from ideation to prototype implementations. The Subsea and Seabed Systems (SSS) Group develops and delivers advanced undersea sensor and signal processing systems, including bespoke undersea vehicles to deploy those systems. We apply those products to to intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) and counter-ISR applications to deliver missions success to our customers. The Role: We are seeking a Principal Investigator (PI) to lead cutting edge research and development in advanced undersea sensing and robotic systems. This role is ideal for a technical leader who can originate innovative concepts, shape them into compelling customer focused proposals, architect and plan complex programs, and drive execution from initial idea through successful at sea demonstration. You will set the technical vision and lead multidisciplinary teams working on next generation Counter Uncrewed Underwater Vehicle (C UUV) technologies, acoustic underwater sensing and signal processing, noise control, undersea robotics, and other advanced undersea systems. You will engage directly with U.S. Government and industry partners, define new capabilities, and deliver operationally relevant solutions. What you will do: Technical Leadership & Vision Define and lead a research agenda in advanced undersea sensing and robotics, with emphasis on C UUV, acoustic sensing, signal processing, and noise control Architect system level solutions for uncrewed undersea vehicles, sensor payloads, and command and control (C2) systems, including sensing, processing, autonomy, and communications Provide technical direction to electrical, mechanical, software, and systems engineers; ensure integration of hardware, software, and algorithms into robust undersea systems An ideal candidate need not have depth in all areas of a system (electrical, mechanical, software, etc.), but needs to understand their system-level interplay and be able to lead a team across disciplines Innovation, Capture, and Customer Engagement Generate new concepts and technology approaches that address emerging undersea mission needs and capability gaps Lead the development of white papers, proposals, and briefings; pitch ideas and technical solutions to U.S. Government and other customers Shape program scope, technical objectives, and execution plans in collaboration with business development and program management Serve as the primary technical interface to customers, communicating trade offs, risks, and progress clearly and credibly Program Execution & Team Leadership Translate concepts into executable technical plans and collaborate with a Program Manager to develop work breakdown structures, schedules, risk management, and resource planning Lead technical teams through design, implementation, integration, and test of undersea systems, from lab prototypes to at sea demonstrations Ensure rigorous system level testing (HIL, lab, pool, and at sea), and drive iterative improvement based on test data and operational feedback Mentor and develop early career engineers and researchers; foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and hands on problem solving Technical Execution (Domain Expertise) Provide technical expertise in an area of undersea research. This may include: Guide the design and integration of advanced acoustic sensing systems, including transducer arrays, front end electronics, and digital signal processing chains Lead research in C UUV detection, tracking, and defeat concepts, including sensing modalities, classification algorithms, and autonomous behaviors Direct efforts in noise control and signature management for undersea platforms and sensors Oversee embedded and real time processing architectures (e.g., FPGAs, GPUs, SBCs) supporting autonomy, signal processing, and C2 Maintain awareness of state of the art undersea technologies and incorporate relevant advances into ongoing and future programs Who you are: Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance with special access, for which U.S citizenship is needed by the U.S government Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Acoustics, Robotics, or a closely related field, and substantial experience (typically 8+ years) in undersea systems, sensing, or robotics; or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience as a technical lead on a complex R&D program, preferably in undersea or maritime domains Deep hands on experience in at least one core area: Acoustic underwater sensing and signal processing Counter UUV or undersea defense systems Undersea robotics and autonomy Noise control / signature management for undersea platforms Proven ability to: Develop innovative technical concepts and architectures Write and win competitive proposals or lead major technical captures Plan and manage technical execution for multidisciplinary teams Strong systems engineering mindset, including requirements development, architecture definition, trade studies, and verification/validation Practical familiarity with embedded systems and real time control (e.g., microcontrollers, FPGAs, SBCs) and their role in undersea platforms and sensing systems Experience with modeling, simulation, or analytical tools to set and assess performance expectations for UUVs or sensor systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief senior stakeholders and customers Even Better: Prior experience as a Principal Investigator or Chief Engineer on undersea robotics, UUV, advanced sensing, or complex R&D programs Experience designing electronics and systems for marine or other harsh environments (pressure, corrosion, moisture, vibration) Familiarity with robotic and autonomy frameworks (e.g., ROS, MOOS IvP, UMAA) and their integration with vehicle electronics and sensing systems Experience with advanced acoustic signal processing including array processing, detection, classification, localization, and tracking Background in control systems, sensor fusion, and their implications for hardware design, timing, and system architecture Experience with hardware in the loop (HIL) test setups, system level simulation, and at sea test campaigns, including deployment, operation, and recovery Experience interacting with the U.S. Navy or other U.S. Government organizations, including classified or special access programs Active Top Secret security clearance and prior special access program experience Experience with agile development methodologies and modern configuration management (e.g., Git) for hardware, firmware, and analysis tools This role is suited for a technical leader who thrives at the intersection of innovation, customer engagement, and hands on engineering, and who wants to shape the next generation of undersea sensing and robotic capabilities. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of groundbreaking undersea robotic and sensing systems that will shape the future of maritime autonomy. You will work alongside a passionate and talented team, tackling some of the most challenging and rewarding problems in the field. If you are a visionary roboticist with a drive to innovate and lead, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us redefine what's possible beneath the waves. Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $220,000 - $260,000 The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions. STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us. STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer. STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at for more info. STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status . click apply for full job details
09/17/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description About the Team: The Sensors Division within STR focuses on the development and analysis of advanced sensor systems in the RF, acoustic, and electro-optical domains. This includes the design and development of novel sensors and advanced information processing techniques from ideation to prototype implementations. The Subsea and Seabed Systems (SSS) Group develops and delivers advanced undersea sensor and signal processing systems, including bespoke undersea vehicles to deploy those systems. We apply those products to to intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) and counter-ISR applications to deliver missions success to our customers. The Role: We are seeking a Principal Investigator (PI) to lead cutting edge research and development in advanced undersea sensing and robotic systems. This role is ideal for a technical leader who can originate innovative concepts, shape them into compelling customer focused proposals, architect and plan complex programs, and drive execution from initial idea through successful at sea demonstration. You will set the technical vision and lead multidisciplinary teams working on next generation Counter Uncrewed Underwater Vehicle (C UUV) technologies, acoustic underwater sensing and signal processing, noise control, undersea robotics, and other advanced undersea systems. You will engage directly with U.S. Government and industry partners, define new capabilities, and deliver operationally relevant solutions. What you will do: Technical Leadership & Vision Define and lead a research agenda in advanced undersea sensing and robotics, with emphasis on C UUV, acoustic sensing, signal processing, and noise control Architect system level solutions for uncrewed undersea vehicles, sensor payloads, and command and control (C2) systems, including sensing, processing, autonomy, and communications Provide technical direction to electrical, mechanical, software, and systems engineers; ensure integration of hardware, software, and algorithms into robust undersea systems An ideal candidate need not have depth in all areas of a system (electrical, mechanical, software, etc.), but needs to understand their system-level interplay and be able to lead a team across disciplines Innovation, Capture, and Customer Engagement Generate new concepts and technology approaches that address emerging undersea mission needs and capability gaps Lead the development of white papers, proposals, and briefings; pitch ideas and technical solutions to U.S. Government and other customers Shape program scope, technical objectives, and execution plans in collaboration with business development and program management Serve as the primary technical interface to customers, communicating trade offs, risks, and progress clearly and credibly Program Execution & Team Leadership Translate concepts into executable technical plans and collaborate with a Program Manager to develop work breakdown structures, schedules, risk management, and resource planning Lead technical teams through design, implementation, integration, and test of undersea systems, from lab prototypes to at sea demonstrations Ensure rigorous system level testing (HIL, lab, pool, and at sea), and drive iterative improvement based on test data and operational feedback Mentor and develop early career engineers and researchers; foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and hands on problem solving Technical Execution (Domain Expertise) Provide technical expertise in an area of undersea research. This may include: Guide the design and integration of advanced acoustic sensing systems, including transducer arrays, front end electronics, and digital signal processing chains Lead research in C UUV detection, tracking, and defeat concepts, including sensing modalities, classification algorithms, and autonomous behaviors Direct efforts in noise control and signature management for undersea platforms and sensors Oversee embedded and real time processing architectures (e.g., FPGAs, GPUs, SBCs) supporting autonomy, signal processing, and C2 Maintain awareness of state of the art undersea technologies and incorporate relevant advances into ongoing and future programs Who you are: Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance with special access, for which U.S citizenship is needed by the U.S government Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Acoustics, Robotics, or a closely related field, and substantial experience (typically 8+ years) in undersea systems, sensing, or robotics; or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience as a technical lead on a complex R&D program, preferably in undersea or maritime domains Deep hands on experience in at least one core area: Acoustic underwater sensing and signal processing Counter UUV or undersea defense systems Undersea robotics and autonomy Noise control / signature management for undersea platforms Proven ability to: Develop innovative technical concepts and architectures Write and win competitive proposals or lead major technical captures Plan and manage technical execution for multidisciplinary teams Strong systems engineering mindset, including requirements development, architecture definition, trade studies, and verification/validation Practical familiarity with embedded systems and real time control (e.g., microcontrollers, FPGAs, SBCs) and their role in undersea platforms and sensing systems Experience with modeling, simulation, or analytical tools to set and assess performance expectations for UUVs or sensor systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief senior stakeholders and customers Even Better: Prior experience as a Principal Investigator or Chief Engineer on undersea robotics, UUV, advanced sensing, or complex R&D programs Experience designing electronics and systems for marine or other harsh environments (pressure, corrosion, moisture, vibration) Familiarity with robotic and autonomy frameworks (e.g., ROS, MOOS IvP, UMAA) and their integration with vehicle electronics and sensing systems Experience with advanced acoustic signal processing including array processing, detection, classification, localization, and tracking Background in control systems, sensor fusion, and their implications for hardware design, timing, and system architecture Experience with hardware in the loop (HIL) test setups, system level simulation, and at sea test campaigns, including deployment, operation, and recovery Experience interacting with the U.S. Navy or other U.S. Government organizations, including classified or special access programs Active Top Secret security clearance and prior special access program experience Experience with agile development methodologies and modern configuration management (e.g., Git) for hardware, firmware, and analysis tools This role is suited for a technical leader who thrives at the intersection of innovation, customer engagement, and hands on engineering, and who wants to shape the next generation of undersea sensing and robotic capabilities. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of groundbreaking undersea robotic and sensing systems that will shape the future of maritime autonomy. You will work alongside a passionate and talented team, tackling some of the most challenging and rewarding problems in the field. If you are a visionary roboticist with a drive to innovate and lead, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us redefine what's possible beneath the waves. Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $220,000 - $260,000 The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions. STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us. STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer. STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at for more info. STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status . click apply for full job details
Job Description Job Description About the Team: The Sensors Division within STR focuses on the development and analysis of advanced sensor systems in the RF, acoustic, and electro-optical domains. This includes the design and development of novel sensors and advanced information processing techniques from ideation to prototype implementations. The Subsea and Seabed Systems (SSS) Group develops and delivers advanced undersea sensor and signal processing systems, including bespoke undersea vehicles to deploy those systems. We apply those products to to intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) and counter-ISR applications to deliver missions success to our customers. The Role: We are seeking a Principal Investigator (PI) to lead cutting edge research and development in advanced undersea sensing and robotic systems. This role is ideal for a technical leader who can originate innovative concepts, shape them into compelling customer focused proposals, architect and plan complex programs, and drive execution from initial idea through successful at sea demonstration. You will set the technical vision and lead multidisciplinary teams working on next generation Counter Uncrewed Underwater Vehicle (C UUV) technologies, acoustic underwater sensing and signal processing, noise control, undersea robotics, and other advanced undersea systems. You will engage directly with U.S. Government and industry partners, define new capabilities, and deliver operationally relevant solutions. What you will do: Technical Leadership & Vision Define and lead a research agenda in advanced undersea sensing and robotics, with emphasis on C UUV, acoustic sensing, signal processing, and noise control Architect system level solutions for uncrewed undersea vehicles, sensor payloads, and command and control (C2) systems, including sensing, processing, autonomy, and communications Provide technical direction to electrical, mechanical, software, and systems engineers; ensure integration of hardware, software, and algorithms into robust undersea systems An ideal candidate need not have depth in all areas of a system (electrical, mechanical, software, etc.), but needs to understand their system-level interplay and be able to lead a team across disciplines Innovation, Capture, and Customer Engagement Generate new concepts and technology approaches that address emerging undersea mission needs and capability gaps Lead the development of white papers, proposals, and briefings; pitch ideas and technical solutions to U.S. Government and other customers Shape program scope, technical objectives, and execution plans in collaboration with business development and program management Serve as the primary technical interface to customers, communicating trade offs, risks, and progress clearly and credibly Program Execution & Team Leadership Translate concepts into executable technical plans and collaborate with a Program Manager to develop work breakdown structures, schedules, risk management, and resource planning Lead technical teams through design, implementation, integration, and test of undersea systems, from lab prototypes to at sea demonstrations Ensure rigorous system level testing (HIL, lab, pool, and at sea), and drive iterative improvement based on test data and operational feedback Mentor and develop early career engineers and researchers; foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and hands on problem solving Technical Execution (Domain Expertise) Provide technical expertise in an area of undersea research. This may include: Guide the design and integration of advanced acoustic sensing systems, including transducer arrays, front end electronics, and digital signal processing chains Lead research in C UUV detection, tracking, and defeat concepts, including sensing modalities, classification algorithms, and autonomous behaviors Direct efforts in noise control and signature management for undersea platforms and sensors Oversee embedded and real time processing architectures (e.g., FPGAs, GPUs, SBCs) supporting autonomy, signal processing, and C2 Maintain awareness of state of the art undersea technologies and incorporate relevant advances into ongoing and future programs Who you are: Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance with special access, for which U.S citizenship is needed by the U.S government Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Acoustics, Robotics, or a closely related field, and substantial experience (typically 8+ years) in undersea systems, sensing, or robotics; or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience as a technical lead on a complex R&D program, preferably in undersea or maritime domains Deep hands on experience in at least one core area: Acoustic underwater sensing and signal processing Counter UUV or undersea defense systems Undersea robotics and autonomy Noise control / signature management for undersea platforms Proven ability to: Develop innovative technical concepts and architectures Write and win competitive proposals or lead major technical captures Plan and manage technical execution for multidisciplinary teams Strong systems engineering mindset, including requirements development, architecture definition, trade studies, and verification/validation Practical familiarity with embedded systems and real time control (e.g., microcontrollers, FPGAs, SBCs) and their role in undersea platforms and sensing systems Experience with modeling, simulation, or analytical tools to set and assess performance expectations for UUVs or sensor systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief senior stakeholders and customers Even Better: Prior experience as a Principal Investigator or Chief Engineer on undersea robotics, UUV, advanced sensing, or complex R&D programs Experience designing electronics and systems for marine or other harsh environments (pressure, corrosion, moisture, vibration) Familiarity with robotic and autonomy frameworks (e.g., ROS, MOOS IvP, UMAA) and their integration with vehicle electronics and sensing systems Experience with advanced acoustic signal processing including array processing, detection, classification, localization, and tracking Background in control systems, sensor fusion, and their implications for hardware design, timing, and system architecture Experience with hardware in the loop (HIL) test setups, system level simulation, and at sea test campaigns, including deployment, operation, and recovery Experience interacting with the U.S. Navy or other U.S. Government organizations, including classified or special access programs Active Top Secret security clearance and prior special access program experience Experience with agile development methodologies and modern configuration management (e.g., Git) for hardware, firmware, and analysis tools This role is suited for a technical leader who thrives at the intersection of innovation, customer engagement, and hands on engineering, and who wants to shape the next generation of undersea sensing and robotic capabilities. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of groundbreaking undersea robotic and sensing systems that will shape the future of maritime autonomy. You will work alongside a passionate and talented team, tackling some of the most challenging and rewarding problems in the field. If you are a visionary roboticist with a drive to innovate and lead, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us redefine what's possible beneath the waves. Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $220,000 - $260,000 The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions. STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us. STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer. STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at for more info. STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status . click apply for full job details
09/17/2026
Full time
Job Description Job Description About the Team: The Sensors Division within STR focuses on the development and analysis of advanced sensor systems in the RF, acoustic, and electro-optical domains. This includes the design and development of novel sensors and advanced information processing techniques from ideation to prototype implementations. The Subsea and Seabed Systems (SSS) Group develops and delivers advanced undersea sensor and signal processing systems, including bespoke undersea vehicles to deploy those systems. We apply those products to to intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) and counter-ISR applications to deliver missions success to our customers. The Role: We are seeking a Principal Investigator (PI) to lead cutting edge research and development in advanced undersea sensing and robotic systems. This role is ideal for a technical leader who can originate innovative concepts, shape them into compelling customer focused proposals, architect and plan complex programs, and drive execution from initial idea through successful at sea demonstration. You will set the technical vision and lead multidisciplinary teams working on next generation Counter Uncrewed Underwater Vehicle (C UUV) technologies, acoustic underwater sensing and signal processing, noise control, undersea robotics, and other advanced undersea systems. You will engage directly with U.S. Government and industry partners, define new capabilities, and deliver operationally relevant solutions. What you will do: Technical Leadership & Vision Define and lead a research agenda in advanced undersea sensing and robotics, with emphasis on C UUV, acoustic sensing, signal processing, and noise control Architect system level solutions for uncrewed undersea vehicles, sensor payloads, and command and control (C2) systems, including sensing, processing, autonomy, and communications Provide technical direction to electrical, mechanical, software, and systems engineers; ensure integration of hardware, software, and algorithms into robust undersea systems An ideal candidate need not have depth in all areas of a system (electrical, mechanical, software, etc.), but needs to understand their system-level interplay and be able to lead a team across disciplines Innovation, Capture, and Customer Engagement Generate new concepts and technology approaches that address emerging undersea mission needs and capability gaps Lead the development of white papers, proposals, and briefings; pitch ideas and technical solutions to U.S. Government and other customers Shape program scope, technical objectives, and execution plans in collaboration with business development and program management Serve as the primary technical interface to customers, communicating trade offs, risks, and progress clearly and credibly Program Execution & Team Leadership Translate concepts into executable technical plans and collaborate with a Program Manager to develop work breakdown structures, schedules, risk management, and resource planning Lead technical teams through design, implementation, integration, and test of undersea systems, from lab prototypes to at sea demonstrations Ensure rigorous system level testing (HIL, lab, pool, and at sea), and drive iterative improvement based on test data and operational feedback Mentor and develop early career engineers and researchers; foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and hands on problem solving Technical Execution (Domain Expertise) Provide technical expertise in an area of undersea research. This may include: Guide the design and integration of advanced acoustic sensing systems, including transducer arrays, front end electronics, and digital signal processing chains Lead research in C UUV detection, tracking, and defeat concepts, including sensing modalities, classification algorithms, and autonomous behaviors Direct efforts in noise control and signature management for undersea platforms and sensors Oversee embedded and real time processing architectures (e.g., FPGAs, GPUs, SBCs) supporting autonomy, signal processing, and C2 Maintain awareness of state of the art undersea technologies and incorporate relevant advances into ongoing and future programs Who you are: Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance with special access, for which U.S citizenship is needed by the U.S government Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Acoustics, Robotics, or a closely related field, and substantial experience (typically 8+ years) in undersea systems, sensing, or robotics; or equivalent combination of education and experience Experience as a technical lead on a complex R&D program, preferably in undersea or maritime domains Deep hands on experience in at least one core area: Acoustic underwater sensing and signal processing Counter UUV or undersea defense systems Undersea robotics and autonomy Noise control / signature management for undersea platforms Proven ability to: Develop innovative technical concepts and architectures Write and win competitive proposals or lead major technical captures Plan and manage technical execution for multidisciplinary teams Strong systems engineering mindset, including requirements development, architecture definition, trade studies, and verification/validation Practical familiarity with embedded systems and real time control (e.g., microcontrollers, FPGAs, SBCs) and their role in undersea platforms and sensing systems Experience with modeling, simulation, or analytical tools to set and assess performance expectations for UUVs or sensor systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief senior stakeholders and customers Even Better: Prior experience as a Principal Investigator or Chief Engineer on undersea robotics, UUV, advanced sensing, or complex R&D programs Experience designing electronics and systems for marine or other harsh environments (pressure, corrosion, moisture, vibration) Familiarity with robotic and autonomy frameworks (e.g., ROS, MOOS IvP, UMAA) and their integration with vehicle electronics and sensing systems Experience with advanced acoustic signal processing including array processing, detection, classification, localization, and tracking Background in control systems, sensor fusion, and their implications for hardware design, timing, and system architecture Experience with hardware in the loop (HIL) test setups, system level simulation, and at sea test campaigns, including deployment, operation, and recovery Experience interacting with the U.S. Navy or other U.S. Government organizations, including classified or special access programs Active Top Secret security clearance and prior special access program experience Experience with agile development methodologies and modern configuration management (e.g., Git) for hardware, firmware, and analysis tools This role is suited for a technical leader who thrives at the intersection of innovation, customer engagement, and hands on engineering, and who wants to shape the next generation of undersea sensing and robotic capabilities. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of groundbreaking undersea robotic and sensing systems that will shape the future of maritime autonomy. You will work alongside a passionate and talented team, tackling some of the most challenging and rewarding problems in the field. If you are a visionary roboticist with a drive to innovate and lead, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us redefine what's possible beneath the waves. Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $220,000 - $260,000 The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions. STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us. STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer. STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at for more info. STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status . click apply for full job details
