Principal Autonomous Flight Software Engineer at Daedalean

Are you ready to redefine the future of aviation? At Daedalean, we are on a mission to revolutionize air travel by building level-5 autonomy for flying vehicles. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, our team combines deep learning, robotics, and computer vision to create systems that can reliably replace human pilots. If you want to solve complex, safety-critical challenges that push the boundaries of what is possible in the sky, we want to hear from you.

Role at a glance

We are looking for a Principal Autonomous Flight Software Engineer to join us on a full-time, hybrid basis. This is a lead-level position based in the United States. Please note that United States citizenship is mandatory for this role.

Your impact

• Develop and implement safety-critical algorithms for visual guidance, navigation, and aircraft control using machine learning.
• Write robust code to replace human pilots, ensuring your work adheres to both the laws of nature and strict civil aviation regulations.
• Contribute to high-stakes projects across commercial and defense sectors while maintaining compliance with government standards.

What you'll need

We are looking for a high-performer who can tackle difficult technical problems. You should have the following qualifications:

• A PhD in Computer Science with a focus on Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, or Machine Learning.
• Over 5 years of professional experience in high-level C++ software engineering.
• A deep theoretical and practical grasp of how to implement machine learning applications.
• Business fluency in English.

While aerospace or avionics experience is a bonus, it is not required. We will provide all the necessary training on the constraints of safety-critical systems in airworthy applications.

Perks and benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• A flexible hybrid work environment.
• Dedicated learning and development budget to support your growth.
• Private Pilot License (PPL) subsidy.
• The opportunity to work alongside a world-class team of researchers and engineers from top-tier institutions.
• The chance to make a genuine impact on the emerging autonomous flight industry.