FIXAR Global
Navigation Software Engineer
FIXAR GlobalLatvia3 days ago
Full-timeEngineering, Information Technology

As an Navigation Software Developer for FIXAR autopilot systems, you will play a crucial role in the design,

system engineering and customer support for use of GPS and GPS/inertial navigation products in drone

guidance and control systems. You will be responsible for performing the simulations, control system

design and navigation system development, together with participation in their testing and tuning. Your

expertise in programming languages such as C/C++, Python and Matlab/Simulink will be essential in

implementing key functionalities and ensuring development of stable and reliable autopilot systems.


Exact duties and responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and test embedded software for our drones, with a focus on flight control algorithms, sensor integration, and real-time data processing.
  • Support the development and innovation of vehicle navigation system. Support and adjust simulation environment, adjust it and verify with real data flights.
  • Perform statistics analysis of flight data, participate in tuning and adjustments of the control system design
  • Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality, identify potential issues, and propose improvements.
  • Collaborate with the testing team to debug and tune the integration issues.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in navigation systems development.


Other responsibilities:

  • Ensure efficient use of equipment and materials
  • Comply with occupational safety and health regulations
  • Follow the company’s confidentiality policy


Requirements:

  • Experience with simulation software (Gazebo, Microsoft Airsim) - an advantage
  • Proven expertise in control and navigation system development - an advantage
  • Bachelor's or higher degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • Proven expertise in robotics, autonomous systems, and autopilot development. - an advantage.
  • Proven experience in embedded software development, preferably in the field of drones, robotics, or autonomous systems - advantage
  • Familiarity with sensor integration (e.g., GPS, IMU) and experience working with communication protocols is highly desirable.


Terms and conditions:

  • Full-time position.
  • 3-month probation period.


Compensation:

from 4604.18 to 5504.03 euro (gross)

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