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Senior Autonomous Systems Research Engineer
Edinburgh SA, Fishermans Bend VIC
The key duties of the position include:
The Role
We are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Senior Autonomous Systems Research Engineer and contribute to Defence outcomes through the development of trusted autonomy for Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) and other domains. As part of a collaborative team of scientists, engineers, and technicians, you will deliver scientific outcomes and informed advice to enhance the capability provided by Autonomous Collaborative Platforms (ACP) both now and into the future. Under limited guidance, you will integrate trusted autonomy technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and mission-driven automation into real-world autonomous systems to achieve impact.
You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to develop, simulate, and trial aerial autonomous vehicles for operations in complex and contested environments. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and recognition. We are committed to building a diverse team and fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and experiment with advanced defence autonomous system concepts in simulation and transfer them to real-world UAS to demonstrate capability in field trials.
* Support your Discipline Leader to maintain strategic program alignment that integrates across the STC and MSTC.
* Provide subject matter expert advice in support of Integrated Investment Plan projects.
About our Team
The Aerial Systems Autonomy Strategic Research Area is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) technologies for Defence. Our research team is dedicated to exploring and advancing the application of autonomy and flight systems to create advanced UAS capable of operating in complex and challenging environments.
Our research focuses on developing and demonstrating innovative capabilities, including alternate navigation technologies for operations in contested environments, multi-robot collaborative teaming, advanced sensing and responsive decision-making, and novel flight system technologies. Our team's work informs current priority Australian Defence Force (ADF) acquisitions and enables concept exploration of its future needs.
Our Ideal Candidate
We welcome candidates who are passionate about developing trusted autonomy technologies for Defence applications. While we value relevant skills and experience, we encourage applicants who may not fully match the role description to still apply.
The most important qualities we are looking for are:
* Skills in computer science or engineering, with a focus on integrating autonomy capabilities into UAS in relevant challenging environments.
* A history of delivering valuable S&T projects.
* A commitment to continual learning.
* Experience in developing and sustaining sound relationships and collaborations within Defence, industry, academic, and international partners.
Security Clearance:
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at "Negative Vetting Level 1".
Mandatory Qualifications:
The S&T5/EL1 Senior Researcher - Computational Science, Data Science & Autonomy position requires:
* academic qualifications in one or more of the following related fields of research; or
* relevant skills and work experience.
Ref 1297.0 ANZSRC Fields of Research 2020
4007 Control Engineering, Mechatronics & Robotics
4601 Applied Computing
4605 Data Management & Data Science
4606 Distributed Computing & Systems Software
4609 Information Systems
4612 Software Engineering
4699 Other Information & Computing Sciences
4903 Numerical & Computational Mathematics
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