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Manager, Autonomy Evaluation, Data & Test

Neros Technologies
Location
Torrance, California, United States
Posted
12 days ago
Department
Autonomy
Salary
$191,500 – $268,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8+ years of engineering experience in robotics, autonomous vehicles, aerospace, or defense autonomy
  • 3+ years managing engineers
  • Direct experience leading an evaluation, validation, metrics, or test infrastructure function for a physical autonomous system
  • Experience defining performance metrics and acceptance criteria for autonomy or machine learning systems
  • Hands-on experience building automated regression and CI infrastructure for robotics or autonomy software, in Python and C++
  • Experience with large-scale log and sensor data infrastructure
Nice to have
  • Experience building evaluation, simulation, or data infrastructure from the ground up at an autonomous vehicle, drone, or robotics company
  • Experience with machine learning data pipelines
  • Experience supporting or leading flight test and range operations
  • Background in guidance, navigation and control, multi-target tracking, sensor fusion, or electro-optical and infrared perception
What the job really is

In this role, you will lead the Autonomy Evaluation, Data & Test team at Neros, focusing on measuring and validating the performance of autonomy software for drones. Your responsibilities include defining metrics for software release, managing regression and simulation systems, overseeing data platforms, and directing field tests. You will also be responsible for hiring and developing a team of engineers across various disciplines.

Benefits
  • Salary range of $191,500 – $268,000 USD
  • Highly competitive equity grants considered part of total compensation package
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of work-life balance or remote work options
  • The role involves high responsibility and ownership, which may lead to a demanding work environment
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