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Associate Autonomy Engineer

University of Dayton Research Institute
Dayton, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2026
Position Summary

Are you seeking to fill an exciting and rewarding position at the University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI)? We are currently accepting applications for a Associate Autonomy Engineer (3 openings) in our Applied Sensing division, based in the vibrant city of Dayton, Ohio! As a Associate Autonomy Engineer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and inclusive community that values excellence and innovation.

UDRI is embarking on a new project involving developing a nonlinear feedback control law for fighter-type aircraft.

The goal of this particular autonomy researcher position is to explore the potential of a novel approach intended to generate desired complex UAV maneuvers.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical field
  • Familiarity with Matlab
  • Work involving controls engineering concepts
  • Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred Qualifications

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

  • MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
  • Demonstrated ability to apply technical concepts discussed in academic papers or journals
  • Demonstrated experience performing high level research supporting DoD customers, including but not limited to AFRL
  • Research involving flight dynamics or multi-UAV control
  • Demonstrated, effective interpersonal skills
  • Active US SECRET (or higher) clearance

Special Instructions to Applicants: To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet. Closing Statement:

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.

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