UAV Control Roboticist

Research Lab

SUTD Aerial Innovation Research (AIR) Laboratory

Description

The Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) immediately invites applications for openings for Research Fellow and Research Engineer positions in the areas of autonomous aerial robotics. Researchers will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, designers and engineers to design and develop technologies to enable collaborative manned-unmanned teaming between human operators and multiple unmanned rapid aerial platforms for search and rescue operations.

Project Deliverables

This project involves:

Developing and designing onboard localization and navigation hardware and algorithms for high speed collision-free trajectory generation.
Devising and prototyping the materials, mechanical and electrical elements of the aerial system to achieve efficient and highly maneuverable operations.
Developing, implementing and evaluating advanced non-linear controllers as well as filtering/sensing algorithms unique to the platform.

Salary

We offer highly competitive salary which is determined based on the applicants’ research achievements, experience and qualifications. It is fixed-term and filled initially for 1 year with an option for extension for another year.

Application

Applications should contain a complete resume, cover letter describing their background, technical skillset (Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Control Engineering, Machine Vision, Computer Science, Robotics, or related discipline) and contact information of up to three references. These positions are guaranteed for a year, renewable, and come with a competitive salary which is determined based on the applicants’ achievements, experience and qualifications. Please send applications to foongshaohui@sutd.edu.sg.