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Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States • On-site
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The engineer will spearhead the development of unmanned navigation and control technologies, including flight controller integration and autonomous navigation. They will also collaborate across hardware, software, and AI teams to deploy AI models on embedded platforms.
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science field and 5-7 years of hands-on experience with flight controller integration and UAV software development. Proficiency in C++, Python, ROS, and AI-driven perception on Jetson platforms is required, along with US citizenship for security clearance eligibility.
Scientific Applications & Research Associates, Inc. (SARA) is a world-class Defense Research and Development enterprise with more than 35 years of proven innovation. We create new and emerging technology solutions in support of Commercial & Government organizations, with expertise in RF, EMP, Pulsed Power, Acoustics, and Threat Warning Systems. As an Employee-Owned company, every team member has a personal stake in the success of our mission, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation. At SARA, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented engineers, physicists, and technicians while making a direct impact on programs that matter.
The SARA High Power Electromagnetics Division (HPEM) is looking for a remarkably talented, motivated, and imaginative Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)/ Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer to support research and development activities and transition innovative technologies to the DoD, DoE, and their contractors in Colorado Springs, CO. The candidate will have the opportunity to grow and learn with talented engineers, physicists, and technicians on both long-standing programs and new initiatives, contributing in a multidisciplinary environment from concept through operation.
We are seeking a highly skilled engineer to spearhead the development of unmanned navigation and control technologies, with emphasis on flight controller integration, autonomous navigation, and AI-driven edge processing. This role involves developing and configuring flight control systems, integrating sensors, optimizing embedded software, and deploying AI models on embedded platforms. The ideal candidate will collaborate across hardware, software, and AI teams to advance the boundaries of autonomous aerial systems.
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Pay Range
Salary at SARA 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 $110,000 to $175,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of SARA’s total compensation package for employees. Positions are on-site, unless indicated otherwise.
Application Deadline: September 10, 2026
SARA is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Our team of engineers and scientists innovate cutting-edge solutions for our defenders and providers at home and abroad.
SARA’s talented team of engineers and scientists innovate cutting-edge and customized solutions for our defenders and providers at home and abroad. We specialize in directed or detected wave energy from EMP and ELF to laser light, HPM and sound. Our technologists harness electromagnetism, plasmas, acoustics, electronics, and processing to build practical applications for force protection, renewable energy, UAVs, small robotics, and special test challenges. We pride ourselves on partnering with our customers to create effective and proven solutions to real world problems.
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