Leonardo DRS is a prime contractor, leading technology innovator and supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and defense contractors worldwide. The company specializes in naval and maritime systems, ground combat mission command and network computing, global satellite communications and network infrastructure, avionics systems, and intelligence and security solutions. Additionally, the company builds power systems and electro-optical/infrared systems for a wide range of commercial customers. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, Leonardo DRS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo S.p.A. For additional information on DRS, please visit our website at www.leonardodrs.com
DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing mid-infrared laser light technology for government and commercial markets, including: defense and security; life sciences; and industrial process control. As a mid-IR technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company.
At DRS Daylight Solutions, you will be eligible for competitive pay, great benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, 9/80 work schedule, and Tuition Assistance. Our Daylight family-oriented culture allows you to receive hands-on training, professional development, career advancement and exposure to the latest and greatest technology, where our motto is "To protect with Light". Come join the family!
Job Summary
The principal robotics automation software engineer at DRS Daylight Solutions will be part of an engineering team developing novel lasers and transitioning them into products. Incumbent will own the software framework, graphical user interfaces, user manuals and complex robotic optical alignment stations automation scripts. The engineer will own the full software development life cycle- analysis, architecture, development, testing and deployment. This person will be responsible for software requirement flow-downs to the optical, electrical, and mechanical engineering team members. Additionally, this person will be solving complex problems requiring deep understanding of computer science and laser technology and excellent problem-solving skills across the company and contribute to IP, publications, and business development. Job Responsibilities
Develop hardware support libraries for cameras, motors, power meters, wavelength meters and other USB and TCP/IP devices
Develop and maintain the software framework for robotic alignment stations
Develop scripts in Python to automate the alignment and attach of optics in complex laser systems
Database design
Develop image and signal processing routines
Develop optic alignment optimization algorithms
Agile development team lead which plans and manages complex projects in the automation team and executes to the schedule
Develop hands-on skill in optical instrumentation and metrology
Build and align laser based optical bench setups
Supports programmatic design to cost and design for manufacturability requirements
Interact with users, manufacturing engineers and design teams to extract system and software requirements
Responsible for completion of assigned tasks on time and meeting technical requirements
Develops prototypes to retire key development risks as directed
Interact effectively and efficiently as part of a multi-member, multi-function team, as well as with customers and suppliers
Write reports and contribute peer reviewed publications and invention disclosure
Supports, communicates, reinforces, and defends the mission, values, and culture of the organization The ideal candidate will have:
Expert level knowledge of C and Python
Experience in integration environments, developing hardware support libraries
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Image processing routines
GUI design and development
Qt software framework
Database design
Optical bench alignment
First order optics knowledge Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years of experience, 5 years in a integration environment is preferred
The expected pay scale for this position is $126,991/year - $197,154/year. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, DRS Daylight Solutions considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations.
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law . #LI-SF1