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Senior Computer Vision Engineer, Space

$191K–$254K

Costa Mesa, California, United States +2 · Senior · Full-time · Posted Jan 6, 2026

Location
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Reston, Virginia, United States
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Experience
Advanced professional experience is required; no number of years specified.
Education
MS or PhD in Machine Learning, Robotics or Computer Science, or Image Science with emphasis on Computer Vision; BS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or related field.

About the job

Develops, integrates, tests, and operates computer vision and autonomy systems for spacecraft across orbital missions.

What you'll do

  • Design and prototype computer vision algorithms, software, and simulation tools for space vehicles.
  • Integrate and validate vision subsystems through ground testing, hardware-in-the-loop simulation, commissioning, and on-orbit operations.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams and mission partners to deliver autonomous spacecraft capabilities and support mission operations.

What they ask for

  • MS or PhD in Machine Learning, Robotics or Computer Science, or Image Science with emphasis on Computer Vision; BS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Advanced professional experience developing and benchmarking ML algorithms on large-scale datasets.
  • High proficiency in C++ development in a Linux environment and experience in at least one listed computer vision task and one listed geometry, navigation, or sensor-processing area.
  • Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

Nice to have

  • Experience with Matlab, Simulink, Python, Go, C++ and/or Linux systems.
  • Experience testing computer vision subsystems in space-like laboratory environments, spacecraft operations, or orbital mechanics.

Pay

$191,000 — $254,000 USD (base salary)

Tools

C++, Linux, ML, Matlab, Simulink, Python, Go, Open CV

AI focus

Applies machine learning and computer vision to spacecraft perception, navigation, and autonomous operations.

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