Systems Engineer for Cooperative Driving Automation

2 weeks ago

Bloomington, Illinois, United States Leidos Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to join our team at Leidos, operating the Saxton Transportation Operations Laboratory (STOL). As a key member of our research team, you will play a crucial role in developing and testing applications that support transportation research.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with project teams, customers, and external stakeholders to apply the systems engineering process throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Conduct simulation and field testing of automated vehicles and connected infrastructure, working with internal and external teams.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, ensuring seamless integration and effective problem-solving at every stage.
  • Investigate, develop, and test emerging transportation technologies, including hardware and software solutions.
  • Define functional requirements, performance metrics, and support planning, scheduling, and resource management for test campaigns.
  • Oversee integration, verification, validation, regression testing, and the development of simulation, virtualization, and distributed testing solutions.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in a laboratory or test environment, with 2+ years in developing and executing test plans and procedures and generating performance metrics for both hardware and software.
  • In-depth experience testing and evaluating software written in C++ and Python in a Linux environment, along with scripting experience in Python, Bash, and SQL.
  • Proficiency in deploying and configuring Linux and Windows operating systems, with experience in virtualization, containerization, and hardware/software-in-the-loop test development.
  • Strong knowledge of the engineering process, quality assurance best practices, and Agile Scrum methodology (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal and external teams.
  • Self-motivated, hands-on, and able to self-teach, with a keen interest in working with hardware and software.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance (requires three years of US residency).
  • Willingness to work on-site and travel to test sites in the US (15% travel on average) with a valid US driver's license and a good driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), V2X messaging, Cooperative Driving Automation (CDA), Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAV), and vehicle operations.
  • Experience identifying process efficiencies and improvements in development and testing, with knowledge of safety best practices for vehicle and pedestrian testing.
  • Proficiency in network administration and simulation tools (e.g., NS-3), as well as an understanding of vehicle kinematics, dynamics, controls, and sensor calibration.
  • Experience developing with ROS, Java, C++, C#, and C, and familiarity with transportation simulation environments (e.g., SUMO, CARLA).
  • Experience deploying robotics platforms in real-world and simulation environments, with knowledge of ITS and connected vehicle standards (e.g., IEEE 1609, SAE J2735/J2945, NTCIP).
  • Familiarity with wireless standards, including IEEE 802.11, 3GPP LTE & 5G, and SAE J2735/J2945.
  • Strong experience collaborating with external communities and stakeholders.
About Leidos

Leidos is a leading provider of innovative solutions in the areas of defense, intelligence, and civil markets. Our team at the Saxton Transportation Operations Laboratory (STOL) is dedicated to advancing the transportation industry through research and development of cooperative driving automation software, smart infrastructure technology, and collaborative simulation tools.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth. If you are a motivated and experienced Systems Engineer looking to join a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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