Job Description

Job Description Summary
As a Robotics and Autonomous Systems Engineer you will work with GE Research, GE Business, and external customers to define, build, and execute strategic research and development programs focused in Robotics and Autonomous Systems aligned with GE’s Digital Industrial vision.
Job Description
Essential Responsibilities

Develop new technology concepts with strategic impact focused in robotics and autonomy, including motion planning, perception, manipulation, and human-robot interaction.
Actively participate in design, architecture, and development efforts.
Engage with internal and external thought leaders across the robotics technology stack to drive new concepts and applications.
Qualifications/Requirements

PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline with experience in design and development of autonomous systems, robotic systems, simulation environments, and/or human-robot interfaces OR a Masters degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline with a minimum of 3 years of experience in design and development of autonomous systems, robotic systems, simulation environments, and/or human-robot interfaces OR a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of experience in design and development of autonomous systems, robotic systems, simulation environments, and/or human-robot interfaces
Strong execution track record
Experience in building autonomous systems
Experience in path/motion planning, kinematic and dynamic modeling of robots, perception, graphical simulation, and GUIs.
Experience related to systems architecture, design, and system integration
Experience programming in C/C++/Python
Experience with the Robot Operating System (ROS)
Experience with computer vision, and machine learning.
Possess superior problem-solving skills and independent decision-making abilities, all while operating in an extremely demanding, fast-paced team setting.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals at the Masters or Bachelors level for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Because of the specific categories of data handled by GE Research and the structure of our work environment, we are unable to accommodate employment of persons while they are considered nationals of embargoed countries subject to restriction under the US Export Administration Regulations (EAR), 15 CFR Section 746 et seq. (currently North Korea, Syria, Iran, Cuba, and Sudan). Please note that citizens of embargoed countries who have either U.S. person” status under U.S. export control laws or subsequent citizenship from a non-embargoed country can be considered.

You must submit your application for employment on the Careers page at gecareers.com to be considered
Desired Characteristics

Experience working in a defense or industrial domain.
Experience working with embedded robotics platforms developing online algorithms.
Ability to obtain a security clearance.
Demonstrated ability to convert high-level customer needs into a technical development strategy.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Self-motivated, innovative, willing to pursue new technical areas and capable of working independently.
GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes