Senior Robotics & Autonomy Engineer

About the role

GE Aerospace Research's Robotics & Autonomy Lab develops technologies for high-mix, low-volume robotic manufacturing cells that work alongside humans, and for autonomous uncrewed and reduced-crew vehicles covering sensing, localization, navigation, mission planning and execution. As a Senior Robotics & Autonomy Engineer you will invent, prototype and mature embodied AI and autonomy from TRL 1-6, partnering with senior leadership to shape roadmaps, lead multidisciplinary teams and bring research into GE Aerospace programs and products.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams delivering autonomy solutions for manufacturing and vehicle/mission autonomy.
• Invent, prototype and mature embodied AI and autonomy from TRL 2-6, covering robotic cell design, sensing and perception, controls and planning, and behavior or policy learning.
• Build high-quality, scalable software with reusable autonomy and robotics components.
• Align research with business needs and transition technologies beyond GE Aerospace Research.
• Shape the autonomy strategy with other Autonomous Systems experts and external partners, and communicate results through publications, reviews and demos.
• Create and protect intellectual property through invention disclosures and patents.
• Position yourself for future roles such as Principal Scientist or technical manager.

Required profile

• PhD with 5+ years, MS with 7+ years, or BS with 10+ years in robotics, mechatronics, mechanical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, physics or a related field.
• 4+ years of commercial or industrial experience, preferably applying autonomy or robotics to real-world systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Willingness to relocate to an office in Niskayuna, NY and to travel at least 2 weeks per year.
• Ideal candidates: PhD in robotics/mechatronics/autonomous systems, expertise in vehicle, mission or high-mix robot autonomy, externally funded research experience, postdoctoral or industrial experience, and a track record of peer-reviewed publications.

Required skills

• Strong rapid prototyping skills for robust, scalable software.
• Robotics theory (kinematics, dynamics, control, planning, perception).
• Ideal: C++ for edge or real-time systems, ROS, hands-on experience with industrial robotic arms or high-mix workcells.

What we offer

• Base pay of $131,000 - $218,000 USD annually, with eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.
• Healthcare, retirement savings plan with company matching, tuition assistance, paid parental leave, life insurance and more.
• Relocation assistance provided.