About this role
Shield AI is seeking a Staff Engineer, Perception in London to build and launch cutting-edge perception capabilities for autonomous aircraft. This on-site role is well-suited for a dedicated robotics expert with a strong background in state estimation and sensor fusion for complex operational platforms.
Role Overview
As a Staff Robotics Perception Engineer, the successful candidate will focus heavily on developing and deploying advanced navigation and perception systems for autonomous aircraft. The position centers on operating within complex and GNSS-denied environments rather than general machine learning or object detection tasks. The professional will guide algorithms from the early prototyping phase all the way through embedded implementation, field testing, and ultimate flight validation.
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About the Company
Shield AI operates as a venture-backed defense-tech company dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through the use of intelligent systems. The organization's portfolio features advanced offerings such as Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, alongside Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With a physical presence spanning the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, the company provides technology that actively supports missions globally.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page to submit their application for this position.
Questions candidates ask
What is the primary mission of Shield AI?
Shield AI focuses on protecting service members and civilians utilizing intelligent systems.
Where is this job located?
This position is located in London.
Is this a general AI or machine learning role?
No, this is specifically a robotics perception role focusing on VIO, SLAM, state estimation, and camera-IMU sensor fusion rather than general object detection or machine learning.
What products does the company develop?
Shield AI builds Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies.
How should I apply for the Staff Engineer, Perception position?
Candidates can apply directly through the official company careers page.