Task and Motion Planning Engineer

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, a trailblazer in space robotics, invites you to join our team !  Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a sustainable presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are  seeking  a talented, experienced  Task and Motion Planning  Engineer
As  a Task and Motion Planning  Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the development of  cutting-edge   decision making and planning  systems for our lunar rovers and orbital assets. Working at the intersection of autonomy, robotics, and space exploration, you will design, develop, and implement sophisticated software solutions that enable coordination of cross-domain autonomous systems. Your work will not only contribute to groundbreaking missions but also to technologies that have the potential to  benefit  humanity on Earth. Collaborating with cross-disciplinary engineering teams, you  will help drive the integration of these systems into a unified,  state-of-the-art  autonomy stack, pushing the boundaries of  what's  possible in space exploration.
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Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of decentralized decision-making algorithms for lunar rover s and orbital assets
Develop and implement robust software capable of enabling autonomous operations in challenging lunar environments
Collaborate with systems, mechanical, electrical, and thermal engineering teams to integrate and  optimize autonomy software with asset hardware
Utilize simulation techniques to improve autonomous system performance and reliability under various conditions in space
Conduct field tests and simulations to  validate and refine algorithms and software systems
Ensure software systems adhere to industry standards for safety, reliability, and performance in space exploration contexts
Develop and  maintain technical documentation, including ICDs and verification plans
Participate in design reviews, trade studies, and technical risk assessments
Stay at the forefront of autonomy and robotics technology, incorporating the latest advancements into our projects
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Robotics Engineering, or related field
At least  3  year s  of relevant professional experience in developing autonomy software for autonomous systems, with a proven  track record  in navigation,  perception , or belief space planning. Applicants should have  expertise  in at least one of the following areas:
Methods for solving Markov  d ecision  p rocesses ( e.g. , value iterate, Monte Carlo  t ree  s earch,  r einforcement  l earning)
Coordinated planning and control of multi-agent systems
Motion planning methods ( e.g. , A*, FMM, RRT)
B elief space planning (e.g., BRM, RRBT)
Tasking  and scheduling
Orbital planning and control algorithms
Expertise  in programming languages such as C++, Python, and familiarity with ROS (Robot Operating System)
Comfortable working in research-oriented, agile, and interdisciplinary teams
Track record  of innovation in networking, robotics, or space systems, as  demonstrated  by patents, publications, or significant project achievements
Exceptional ability to communicate complex technical concepts and collaborate across various engineering disciplines
U.S.  Citizen
Preferred Qualifications
M.S. or Ph.D. in a field relevant to autonomy or robotics directly applicable to autonomous navigation and guidance
Experience with autonomous systems in space, or other extreme, unstructured, environments.
Familiarity with space operating systems (e.g., VxWorks) and software (e.g.,  cFS )
Familiarity with containers (e.g., Docker) and virtualization software (e.g., VirtualBox)
Experience with the end-to-end development and deployment of network software systems in space exploration missions
Compensation & Benefits: Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.
Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
Parental leave
Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development
Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.