Guidance Navigation and Controls (GNC) Engineer (I-V)

About Us

At Autonomous Solutions Inc. (ASI) we are a global leader in vehicle automation solutions. Our technology enables safe efficient and scalable automation for industries such as solar agriculture construction landscaping and more. With a commitment to innovation and excellence ASI continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in autonomous technology. Our Mission is to help you reach your potential through innovative robotic solutions. We pride ourselves in our core values: Safe Simple Transparent Growth Humble and Attention to Detail.

About the Role

We are hiring Guidance Navigation and Controls (GNC) Engineers across multiple levels (I-V) to join our robotics team. As a GNC Engineer you will design implement and validate control and localization algorithms that power our unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs). Your work will include modeling simulation tuning and real-world deployment in cross-disciplinary environments. You will work closely with embedded software engineers perception experts and systems teams to deliver reliable autonomous systems. This role includes both simulation-based development and field implementation.

You will directly shape how ASIs autonomous vehicles perform in complex real-world environments. From tuning controllers on rugged machinery to developing estimation algorithms and deploying systems at customer sites your work will be essential in ensuring the accuracy safety and responsiveness of our robotic platforms. We need engineers who thrive not only in algorithm development but also in real-world deployment and troubleshooting. This is a hybrid position that requires three days (Tuesday through Thursday) on-site.

Job Duties

• Design implement and test control and localization algorithms for autonomous ground vehicles apply them to real-world systems.
• Tune control systems and implement them on embedded platforms such as vehicle control units (VCUs).
• Model and simulate mechanical and electrical systems using tools such as MATLAB/Simulink.
• Validate systems through simulation hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and field testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Embedded Software Mechanical Perception and Systems Engineering.
• Document analysis designs tuning methods and performance results.
• Support field integration testing and debugging activities.
• Contribute to customer proposal writing and technical documentation.
• Develop or apply control methods such as PID tuning state space control or advanced/robust controllers.
• Write or contribute to technical papers internal white papers and research documentation.

Level Breakdown

GNC Engineer I

• Typically 0-2 years of experience. May have internship or academic research background.
• Bachelors degree in Engineering with an emphasis in Controls Robotics or Localization or related field
• Supports tuning of existing control systems under supervision.
• Participates in validation and simulation.
• Strong learning orientation with mentorship.

GNC Engineer II

• 2-4 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Masters degree in Engineering with an emphasis in Controls Robotics or Localization or related field
• Capable of modifying and tuning control systems with some independence.
• Supports field deployments and data collection.
• May contribute to early-stage system modeling and estimation.

GNC Engineer III

• 4-6 years of experience.
• Masters degree in Engineering with an emphasis in Controls Robotics or Localization or related field
• Independently adapts and implements control and localization algorithms for specific vehicle platforms.
• Owns validation from simulation to HIL and field testing.
• Works across multiple teams and systems.

GNC Engineer IV

• 6 years of experience.
• Masters degree in Engineering with an emphasis in Controls Robotics or Localization or related field.
• Leads development of new control systems.
• Provides design guidance and architecture for estimation and controls across programs.
• Mentors junior engineers.

GNC Engineer V

• 8 years and proven leadership in GNC for robotics or autonomous systems.
• Masters degree in Engineering with an emphasis in Controls Robotics or Localization or related field.
• Sets technical strategy and best practices for controls and guidance across teams.
• Serves as a go-to expert for estimation theory robust controls and real-world tuning.
• Leads major projects and contributes to proposal strategy and R&D direction.

Requirements

Required:

• Bachelors degree for Level I; Masters degree for Levels II-V.
• Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink Python and C/C.
• Strong foundation in state estimation PID tuning and system modeling.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn: state space control localization and advanced control methods.
• Experience or strong interest in writing technical papers and proposals.
• Willingness to travel for field testing and tuning (up to 10-15%).

Preferred:

• Familiarity with VCUs and embedded implementation.
• Experience in field testing autonomous or robotic vehicles.
• Thesis-based research or hands-on experience in estimation theory or control system design.
• Familiarity with state-of-the-art controllers and advanced control strategies.
• Previous experience writing or contributing to technical proposals.

Benefits

ASI offers a rich benefit package including:

• 401k with employer match
• Generous HSA contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• PTO Paid Holidays and Flextime
• Paying 90% of employees medical plan

EEO Statement

At Autonomous Solutions Inc. (ASI) we are committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees and applicants have equal opportunities. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color religion sex national origin age disability genetic information veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other legally protected characteristic. ASI complies with all applicable federal state and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment and is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process.