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Perception Engineer

Fortastra Corporation
Location
Torrance, CA
Posted
6 days ago
Department
Software
Salary
$150,000.00 - $190,000.00
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace, Robotics, or a related field (M.S. with 1+ year of relevant experience also considered)
  • 2–3 years of industry experience in robotics, perception, autonomy, or related fields (not including internships)
  • Experience with computer vision and machine learning for perception, including object detection and/or tracking
  • Proficiency in software development with Python and C++
  • Familiarity with Linux (Ubuntu) development environments
  • Experience with simulation tools such as ROS or similar robotics frameworks
Nice to have
  • Exposure to active safety systems, ADAS, or other perception-heavy, safety-critical applications
  • Comfort using modern agentic AI tools (e.g., Claude) in the development workflow
What the job really is

As a Perception Engineer at Fortastra, you will develop computer vision and machine learning algorithms to enhance the capabilities of autonomous spacecraft. Your role involves designing perception software, managing datasets for model training, and integrating algorithms into simulation environments. Collaboration with other engineering teams is key to ensure reliable perception outputs for spacecraft operations.

Benefits
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
  • Equity in the company
  • 401(k) plan
  • Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities
Things to weigh
  • Work is on-site; remote or hybrid arrangements will not be considered
  • Pay range is $150,000.00 - $190,000.00, dependent on qualifications and experience
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