The company is a high-octane aerospace technology startup founded in 2019 and specializing in developing advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and microsensor technology for both government and civilian sectors. Currently seeking a highly skilled Senior Atmospheric Sensor Engineer to design, develop, and optimize advanced sensor systems for atmospheric and environmental monitoring.
The Company
The company offers high-performance UAS, low-size, weight, and power (SWaP) sensor technology, and best-in-class AI video tools.
The company, which is run by former Special Forces Operators, has both a patriotic culture and diverse team with a history of success and focus on bringing industry-leading products to the warrior community.
Seeking a Senior Atmospheric Sensor Engineer who will be focusing heavily on micro atmospheric wind sensors, algorithm development, fluid dynamics, and environmental tuning and testing, ensuring high-accuracy data collection and real-world performance.
The Compensation
$145K - $180K Competitive Annual Base Salary Plus Stock Option Package and Bonus Plan Commensurate with Experience
The Location
Fully onsite position based in the Camarillo, CA Headquarters
The Benefits
Comprehensive Blue Shield of California Medical Coverage (2 PPO & 1 PPO/Health Savings Account Options)
Preventative Care Services Covered at No Cost
Blue Shield of California & Guardian Dental PPO Plan Options
Blue Shield of California & Guardian Vision Plan Options
Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability Plans
Exclusive Employee Discount Program through BenefitHub
Clever Rx Prescription Discount Program
The Role
Develop and optimize signal processing and data fusion algorithms for atmospheric sensor systems.
Implement machine learning techniques for sensor calibration, anomaly detection, and data validation.
Enhance real-time data acquisition and processing pipelines for high-precision environmental measurements.
Apply computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to model airflows, turbulence, and sensor-environment interactions.
Design and validate sensor housings and components to optimize air sampling and minimize measurement biases.
Work closely with mechanical and electrical engineers to integrate fluid dynamics insights into sensor design.
Develop and execute rigorous environmental testing protocols in controlled and field conditions.
Analyze sensor performance under extreme temperatures, humidity, pressure, and pollution levels.
Utilize wind tunnels, climate chambers, and real-world deployments to validate sensor accuracy and reliability.
The Background Profile
U.S. Citizenship required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Atmospheric Science, or related field; Masters Degree a plus
Prior experience with micro atmospheric wind sensors, algorithm development, fluid dynamics, and environmental sensor tuning and testing
Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or C++ for numerical modeling and data processing
Experience with wind tunnel experiments, environmental chambers, and real-world sensor deployments
Familiarity with sensor calibration techniques, signal processing, and uncertainty quantification
Experience with embedded systems and real-time data processing
Knowledge of optical, electrochemical, or Micro-Electro Mechanical Systems (MEMS)-based sensing technologies
Background in machine learning for sensor data analytics
Ability to be based onsite at the headquarters in Camarillo, CA
The Ideal Background
Innovative, hands-on, and highly practical in approach
Multidisciplinary problem solver driven by rigorous engineering analysis
Goal-oriented, learns from mistakes, and ensures a complete design process
Strategic, balancing scope and effort effectively
Highly skilled in clear communication through both discussion and documentation
Collaborative and thrives in teamwork to develop plans and solve complex problems
Background experience collaborating with meteorologists, aerospace engineers, or climatologists