Senior Algorithm Engineer (Guidance-Navigation-Control) 963315

Company Description

Spear, founded in 2017 and based in Tel Aviv, develops and manufactures the Viper family of advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) for leading defence forces.

As the leading system house in Israel for tactical UAS focusing both on the battalion echelon and submarines, we provide end-to-end system development from concept and design through integration and field testing - delivering AI-powered loitering systems that give any combat unit an “inherent air force” with minimal training.

Our multidisciplinary teams work across hardware, software, computer vision, artificial intelligence, communications, navigation, motion control, and electro-mechanics.

As we continue to grow rapidly, we are looking for talented team players to join our success.

Job Description:

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Senior Algorithm Engineer to join us in the development of our Guidance-Navigation-Control software stack.

You will own the development, integration and optimization of features such as Control loops design, Guidance law development and implementation, as well as Estimation and localization. This position balances algorithmic design and implementation: From the drawing board to field tests.

You will develop high-performance autonomy software in close collaboration with Infra & Mission Control, Vision, Systems Engineering, Flight Operations, and Product teams, delivering reliable and combat-proven solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the architecture, design, and implementation of the GNC modules.
• Lead the development of complex features from concept through production.
• Ensure performance, robustness, and real-time operation under constrained conditions.
• Implement, test and validate algorithms in C++ and/or Python, ensuring determinism, reliability and performance.
• Mentor and support junior engineers on the team.
• Translate cutting-edge research and PoCs into reliable, production-grade software.

Requirements:

• B.Sc./M.Sc. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years experience as an Algorithm engineer/ Developer.
• Experience with GNC, Motion planning algorithms and procedures
• Experience with VIO, SLAM, Estimation, Localization methods, KF/ EKF
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Proficiency / Experience in Python/ MATLAB, and C++

Advantages:

• Background in UAVs / Robotics / Autonomous Systems at the defense, safety-critical or aerospace industry.
• Familiarity with ROS/ ROS2, Arducopter, PX4
• Familiarity with computer vision libraries and Frameworks (OpenCV, PCL, etc..)
• Flight Simulation development
• Flight tests data analysis
• Experience working in a Linux development environment