Autonomous Systems Engineer II
Location: Sunshine Coast, Queensland Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience
Security: Australian citizenship required (or eligibility to obtain clearance)
About the Role
We are seeking an Autonomous Systems Engineer II to join our engineering team working on advanced autonomous and robotic systems for defence and security applications.
This is a hands-on engineering role suited to someone who has moved beyond graduate level and is ready to take ownership of defined autonomy subsystems. You will work closely with autonomy, AI, embedded, and systems engineers to design, integrate, test, and deploy real-world autonomous platforms.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop autonomy features, including state machines, planners, and controllers
* Integrate sensors and communications systems into autonomous vehicle platforms
* Implement and tune control loops (e.g. PID, basic MPC)
* Participate in ground and field testing activities
* Conduct fault finding, debugging, and failure analysis across software and hardware boundaries
* Contribute to system architecture discussions and design reviews
* Produce clear technical documentation and test reports
About You
You are a practical engineer who enjoys working on real systems rather than purely theoretical problems. You understand the constraints of operating autonomous systems in the real world and are comfortable debugging across the full autonomy stack.
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as:
* Robotics
* Mechatronics
* Aerospace Engineering
* Electrical Engineering
* Computer Science
* Systems Engineering
Required Experience
* 2–3 years of relevant experience in one or more of the following:
* Robotics
* UAS / UAV systems
* Autonomous vehicles
* Experience in defence, aerospace, or other safety-critical systems is highly regarded
Technical Experience (at least two of the following):
* ROS or ROS2
* PX4 or ArduPilot
* C++ in embedded or real-time environments
* Sensor fusion fundamentals (e.g. EKF / UKF concepts)
* Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in at least two of the four technical experience areas listed above
Desirable Skills
* Python for tooling, testing, or prototyping
* Field testing experience with autonomous platforms
* Familiarity with Linux-based development environments
* Exposure to EW-contested or GPS-denied environments
What We Offer
* Work on cutting-edge autonomous systems with real-world impact
* Opportunity to grow into senior and lead engineering roles
* Exposure to overseas defence programs and advanced technology
* Competitive salary and long-term career development
* Small, highly capable engineering team with direct technical ownership
Eligibility & Security
Due to the nature of our work, applicants must be Australian citizens and able to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance.
No security clearance is required at the start date; however, candidates must be eligible to obtain clearance as required
How to Apply
Apply via SEEK with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with autonomous systems and robotics.
Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role.