System Validation Engineer

Position Overview

The Automation Validation Engineer position develops, tests, and troubleshoots autonomy software systems for autonomous machines. This role involves onboard system validation that integrates with current machine systems and covers autonomy sub-systems such as Planning, Perception, and Positioning, along with supporting infrastructure (calibration, simulation, analytics, machine learning development pipelines). Located in Tucson, AZ, the role includes two shifts: 1:30 pm to 12 am and 7 am to 3:30 pm.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and troubleshoot autonomy software systems for autonomous machines.
• Integrate onboard system validation with existing machine systems across Planning, Perception, and Positioning sub-systems.
• Execute thorough test planning with a strong focus on quality, including comprehensive documentation and issue communication.
• Perform advanced data and systems analysis to troubleshoot complex issues from test or customer sites and improve overall system performance.
• Collaborate with autonomy validation engineers, support teams, and product support, ensuring effective technical communication.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience in test/development of control systems, vehicles, engines, or autonomy technologies).
• Proficiency with Windows operating system and strong computer literacy.
• Experience troubleshooting issues in complex systems.
• Excellent problem solving, communication, independent work, teamwork, and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Ubuntu or Linux operating systems.
• Knowledge of test planning and documentation processes.
• Familiarity with electrical schematics and autonomous systems such as perception, planning, or positioning.

Interview Process

• Interview Process: Virtual Teams meeting with a 1-round interview.