Careers
Build what
comes next.
A small team working on computer vision, autonomy, and secure software for defense. If you want to work on problems that matter, find your role below.
01 — Open roles
We’re hiring.
10 open roles.
Select a role to read more, or introduce yourself below.
Machine learning & perception
Lead ML Engineer
Set the technical direction for Synthosar’s machine learning, from data and training to models that run onboard.
What you’ll do
- Own the model roadmap across perception, tracking, and edge deployment
- Build the training, evaluation, and data pipelines the team depends on
- Lead and mentor ML engineers, and set standards for testing and reproducibility
- Work with hardware and integration engineers to meet onboard compute limits
What you bring
- Deep experience shipping computer vision or ML systems to production
- Strong Python and PyTorch or a similar framework; C++ is a plus
- Experience leading technical teams
- Real-time or embedded ML experience is a plus
ML Engineer, Perception / Computer Vision
Build the custom computer vision models at the core of our software.
What you’ll do
- Train and evaluate detection, tracking, and reacquisition models
- Curate and label datasets, including synthetic and real-world imagery
- Design metrics that reflect real operating conditions
- Work with edge deployment to keep models fast and small
What you bring
- Hands-on experience with modern detection and tracking architectures
- Strong Python and a deep learning framework
- Experience with EO or IR imagery is a plus
ML Engineer, Edge Deployment
Take models off the workstation and onto the aircraft.
What you’ll do
- Optimize, quantize, and compile models for embedded GPUs and accelerators
- Build the onboard runtime that runs perception reliably and fast
- Profile latency, memory, and power on target hardware
- Package models for signed, controlled release
What you bring
- Experience deploying models with TensorRT, ONNX Runtime, or similar
- Strong C++ and Python
- Embedded Linux experience
Engineering
Mechanical Engineer
Design, build, and test the hardware that carries our software into the field.
What you’ll do
- Design mounts, enclosures, and integration hardware
- Build prototypes and run fit, vibration, and environmental tests
- Prepare drawings and documentation for manufacturing
What you bring
- Degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
- Proficiency in CAD and hands-on fabrication
- A test-and-iterate mindset
Electrical Engineer
Design the electrical systems that connect compute, sensors, and airframes.
What you’ll do
- Design power distribution, wiring harnesses, and interface boards
- Integrate compute modules, cameras, and radios with flight hardware
- Bring up, debug, and test hardware in the lab and the field
What you bring
- Degree in electrical engineering
- Schematic capture and PCB design in Altium, KiCad, or similar
- Embedded or UAS electronics experience is a plus
Optical Engineer
Shape what our systems see.
What you’ll do
- Specify and evaluate cameras, lenses, and optical sensors
- Model optical performance and image quality for perception
- Work with ML engineers on calibration and sensor models
What you bring
- Degree in optics, physics, or a related field
- Experience with EO/IR imaging systems
- Optical design or modeling tools such as Zemax or Code V
Physicist, Modeling & Simulation Engineer
Build the models and simulations we use to design and test before we fly.
What you’ll do
- Develop physics-based models of flight, sensors, and mission scenarios
- Build simulation environments to test autonomy and perception
- Generate synthetic data for model training and validation
What you bring
- Degree in physics, aerospace engineering, or applied mathematics
- Strong Python and numerical methods
- Experience with simulation tools or game engines is a plus
Security
Cybersecurity Expert
Protect every release, device, and link.
What you’ll do
- Threat-model our software, deployment, and update systems
- Harden device identity, entitlements, and signed releases
- Lead security reviews, penetration testing, and incident response
- Support compliance with defense cybersecurity requirements
What you bring
- Significant experience in application, embedded, or infrastructure security
- Applied cryptography and PKI
- Familiarity with NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC is a plus
Leadership & strategy
Chief Strategy Officer
Shape where Synthosar goes next.
What you’ll do
- Set company strategy with the CEO across markets, partners, and programs
- Lead partnerships with manufacturers and prime contractors
- Guide business development and long-range planning
What you bring
- Senior leadership experience in defense, aerospace, or deep tech
- A record of building partnerships and programs
- Comfort in an early-stage company
Government Relations
Build Synthosar’s relationships across government and defense.
What you’ll do
- Develop relationships with defense and government stakeholders
- Track programs, budgets, and policy relevant to our work
- Support proposals, contracting, and program engagement
What you bring
- Experience in defense government relations, acquisition, or policy
- An established network across the defense community
- A clear, discreet communicator
02 — Apply
Make your
next move.
All roles require U.S. person status for access to export-controlled information.