Hiring: Simulation & Autonomy Test Engineer Company: Stealth Startup Location: Texas, United States Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 18:06:15 Target Skills & Keywords : Make, TestNG About the job Required Skills: •A venture-backed deep-tech startup operating in stealth is building advanced autonomous robotic technologies for challenging space and industrial environments. We are seeking an exceptional •Head of Autonomy / Autonomy Architect •to help build the autonomy architecture for next-generation robotic systems operating in environments where conventional approaches to autonomy are insufficient. This is an early technical leadership role with significant ownership of system architecture, technology development, integration, and the growth of the autonomy engineering organization. •You will work closely with a small multidisciplinary team spanning AI, robotics, guidance/navigation/control, and systems engineering. •Responsibilities will include: •Own the architecture for an advanced robotic autonomy stack. •Lead development of all levels autonomous capabilities. •Integrate internal and partner-developed autonomy technologies into a cohesive system. •Guide software architecture for simulation, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and eventual robotic deployment. •Establish engineering practices for robust, safety-conscious autonomous systems. •Lead technical trades and make key build/buy/partner recommendations. •Help recruit and mentor a high-performing autonomy engineering team. •Support the transition of autonomy capabilities from simulation to field and flight-relevant environments. •What We're Looking For •We are looking for a hands-on technical leader who has architected autonomy for real physical systems, not solely developed individual AI/ML algorithms. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!