Who We Are: The Robotics Department is a comprehensive robotics research organization, spanning connected and automated vehicles for on-road and off-road; advanced industrial and manufacturing robotics for all workspaces; and robotics for space applications. Objectives of this Role: Identify and pursue new research directions for current and emerging technologies in automated and autonomous vehicles and manufacturing robotics. Propose and lead internal research programs to extend the state of the art in localization, navigation, mapping, path planning, perception, modeling, and simulation. Mentor colleagues to raise the bar for research and development across the entire organization. Find new applications, industries, and clients for novel automation capabilities. Capture new research projects with new and existing clients. Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: Design, implement, and test advanced robotic technologies (e.g., localization, navigation, mapping, path/trajectory planning, perception, and modeling and simulation). Help develop and implement the research direction and strategy of the Robotics Department. Keep up with the state of the art and the state of the industry through conferences and publications. Write proposals to capture internal and external funding for novel robotics and automation research. Develop tools and techniques to improve research and development velocity and capability. Requirements: Requires a Bachelors a Masters or a PhD in Robotics, Mechatronics, Controls, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other robotics-related degree. 8-18 years: Industry, academic, or government research experience in autonomous/automated vehicles or robotics in the unmanned ground (UGV), air (UAS), sea (USV or UUV), or manufacturing robotics domains. Strong writing and presentation skills. Strong software and software engineering skills; C++/Python preferred. 1 years: Business development and/or proposal writing experience. A valid/clear driver's license is required.