Lidar Verification and Validation Engineer Job at Aeva (Mountain View)

Lidar Verification and Validation Manager

We are seeking an experienced Lidar Verification and Validation (V&V) Manager to...

Location

United States , Mountain View

Salary:

152200.00 - 205900.00 USD / Year

Aeva

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in Verification and Validation, Quality Assurance, or a related field
Minimum of 2 years of previous management experience leading technical teams
Proven experience working with complex electromechanical or optical systems (experience with Lidar or similar sensor technology is a strong plus)
Strong proficiency in Python for test automation, data analysis, and tool development
Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and managing robust test software architecture
In-depth knowledge of statistical methods for analyzing large datasets and characterizing system performance
Familiarity with various data analysis tools (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, MATLAB) and version control systems (e.g., Git)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce high-quality report generation
Strong problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach to failure analysis

Job Responsibility

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of V&V engineers in the design and development of complex V&V hardware and software test solutions, systems, and fixtures required for comprehensive Lidar sensor testing
Define, develop, and implement the overall Verification and Validation strategy for Lidar sensor hardware and embedded software
Design and maintain robust test software architecture and frameworks, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and efficiency
Drive the creation, execution, and review of comprehensive test plans, protocols, and test cases (functional, performance, reliability, safety, etc.)
Leverage strong Python skills for scripting, test automation, data acquisition, and post-processing
Lead efforts in handling and analyzing large datasets generated from V&V activities to identify anomalies, characterize sensor performance, and pinpoint root causes of failures
Establish and maintain clear metrics for tracking V&V progress and product quality
Oversee the accurate and timely report generation of V&V results, including detailed test summaries, failure analysis, and compliance documentation for both internal and external stakeholders

What we offer

Very competitive compensation and meaningful equity
Exceptional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
401k matching
Unlimited PTO
Paid lunches, ping pong tournaments, and fun team off-sites

Fulltime

Senior Systems Engineer – Space LiDAR Payload

Our client, a rapidly growing space technology startup, is seeking a Senior Syst...

Location

Germany , Berlin

Salary:

Not provided

NewSpace Technical

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (Master’s/PhD preferred)
7+ years of systems engineering experience (or 5+ with MSc/PhD), including space systems
Proven experience in payload- or subsystem-level systems engineering for flight hardware
Strong understanding of spacecraft systems (avionics, power, data handling, thermal)
Experience defining and managing technical requirements, interfaces, and verification plans
Familiarity with MBSE tools and processes
Strong cross-disciplinary coordination and technical review leadership skills
Excellent written English and experience producing agency-grade technical documentation
Fluency in English (C1 or higher)
Willingness to relocate to Berlin (EU work authorisation is a plus)

Job Responsibility

Lead end-to-end systems engineering for a space LiDAR payload from requirements definition through V&V
Define, manage, and maintain payload-level requirements, specifications, and ICDs
Own system-level budgets (power, mass, data, thermal) and ensure cross-subsystem compatibility
Drive system architecture development across optical, electrical, thermal, and structural domains
Coordinate and support system-level design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
Support AIT planning, execution, and verification activities
Manage verification and validation, ensuring full requirements traceability
Contribute to risk management, FMEAs, and technical readiness assessments
Maintain requirements, design, and risk data within MBSE tools (Innoslate preferred
Valispace a plus)

Fulltime

Lidar Systems Engineer

Our client, a fast-growing space technology startup, is seeking a LiDAR Systems ...

Location

Germany , Berlin

Salary:

Not provided

NewSpace Technical

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics, or a related field
7+ years’ experience with a BSc, or 5+ years with MSc/PhD, in LiDAR system design, testing, or modelling
Proven experience with airborne or spaceborne mapping LiDAR systems
Strong understanding of LiDAR ranging principles, system architecture, and performance drivers
Hands-on experience with LiDAR calibration, timing electronics, and detector characterisation
Proficiency in MATLAB for system modelling, simulation, and data analysis
Familiarity with DIRSIG or similar optical/remote sensing simulation tools
Experience with GmAPD (Geiger-mode) or other single-photon detectors
Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills in English
Fluency in English

Job Responsibility

Lead end-to-end LiDAR system development, from design and modelling through integration, calibration, and testing
Develop and maintain LiDAR performance simulations and predictive models (e.g., MATLAB, DIRSIG)
Define and manage LiDAR system requirements and verification methods
Establish and maintain the LiDAR link budget
Collaborate with suppliers for laser, optical, and detector subsystems
Integrate and test a Geiger-mode Avalanche Photon Detector (GmAPD) camera within the LiDAR receive chain
Develop and execute system calibration procedures for timing, pointing, and radiometric accuracy
Support the design and validation of timing electronics and photon-level signal processing chains
Implement and optimise data compaction and compression approaches to manage downlink volume
Design and build LiDAR test systems to simulate photon returns under lunar-orbit scanning conditions

Fulltime

Senior Systems Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to be a key contributor in the ro...

Location

United States , Mountain View

Salary:

154900.00 - 209600.00 USD / Year

Aeva

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in Systems Engineering or a related technical role, preferably in the automotive or high-reliability sensor industry
Hands-on technical understanding and experience with sensor technology and its application in autonomous systems (Lidar experience preferred)
Expertise in the execution and documentation of systems processes related to ASPICE, Functional Safety (ISO 26262), Cybersecurity (ISO/SAE 21434) and SOTIF (ISO 21448)
Experience with Requirements Management Software (e.g., DOORS, Polarion, JAMA)
Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), such as SysML modeling, is desirable

Job Responsibility

Maintain the product technical requirements and detailed system design documentation using a formal management tool
Perform detailed architectural decomposition and derive clear, verifiable component-level requirements
Utilize system modeling to conduct technical trade-off studies, perform design analysis, and validate architectural decisions
Implement and document the Functional Safety Concept (ISO 26262) and the Cybersecurity Concept (ISO/SAE 21434), including necessary safety/security analyses (FMEA, FTA, TARA, etc.)
Act as the technical systems liaison, ensuring requirements traceability, verification planning, and interface consistency across disciplines

What we offer

Very competitive compensation and meaningful stock grants
Exceptional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
Unlimited PTO
401k plan
life and disability benefits
flexible time off
paid parental leave
11 paid holidays annually
pre-tax commuter and health care/dependent care accounts

Senior Optical Engineer – Space

Our client, a growing space technology startup, is seeking a Senior Optical Engi...

Location

Germany , Berlin

Salary:

Not provided

NewSpace Technical

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BSc in Optical Engineering with 7+ years experience (or MSc/PhD with 5+)
Proven experience taking optical or optomechanical subsystems from design through integration and test
Strong fundamentals in imaging systems, laser interfaces, alignment, and calibration
Experience managing external optical suppliers or design partners
Skilled with optical modeling tools (e.g., Zemax, Code V) and CAD integration workflows
Hands-on experience with optical alignment, test setups, and environmental testing
Excellent technical communication and documentation skills in English

Job Responsibility

Lead the optical payload through detailed design, fabrication, integration, and testing
Manage optical subsystem suppliers to ensure performance, environmental, and interface requirements are met
Collaborate with laser providers on optical interfaces, performance budgets, and integration constraints
Define and execute optical alignment and calibration plans
Work with optomechanical engineers to ensure robust mounting, thermal stability, and vibration tolerance
Maintain optical interface documentation (ICDs, specifications, verification plans)
Support payload-level integration, environmental testing, and performance validation
Apply design-for-manufacture and design-for-test principles across optical subsystems
Contribute to design reviews (PDR, CDR, MRR, FRR) and RFP inputs
Support on-orbit commissioning and anomaly resolution as required

Fulltime

Senior Embedded Software Engineer I, Robotic Controls

ICON is looking for an Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our Software Pr...

Location

United States , Austin

Salary:

Not provided

ICON

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related field
8+ years of experience in controls engineering, robotics, electrical engineering, or a related field
Strong understanding of real-time state estimation / sensor fusion algorithms (e.g., Kalman Filter, Extended Kalman Filter, Particle Filters) for dynamic systems with focus on position estimation from sensors at different sampling frequencies
Expertise in vibration analysis, non-linear dynamics, and stabilization of high-speed systems
Advanced programming skills in C/C++ with a focus on deterministic real-time control
Strong knowledge of linear algebra, stochastic modeling, and numerical methods, with experience implementing these in languages like C/C++
Experience selecting, integrating, and tuning sensors such as IMUs, accelerometers, and gyros for stabilization systems

Job Responsibility

Design and develop controls architecture with a combination of hard and soft real-time requirements
Develop robust communication protocols between supervisory and real-time systems
Program and debug control logic in a variety of languages (e.g. C/C++, Matlab, TwinCAT)
Create modular, object-oriented code that adheres to established coding standards, design patterns, and documentation practices
Lead system integration and validation efforts across hardware and software
Develop and maintain simulated environments and automated test frameworks to support continuous integration and system verification
Support electromechanical hardware systems both remotely and on-site, ensuring safe, reliable operation
Participate in architecture decisions for controls and electrical systems, including component selection and standardization
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to ensure alignment across system interfaces
Participate in design & code reviews to maintain consistency and high-quality output

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Sen teacher - primary

Join the No.1 Specialist School in Your Area - Inspire, Support & Make a Differe...

Location

United Kingdom , East Grinstead

Salary:

31444.00 - 52733.00 GBP / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

March 10, 2026

Requirements

Teaching Qualification
Relevant teaching experience (Must be able to provide 2 teaching references)
Relevant knowledge of the current national curriculum
Eligibility to work in the UK

Job Responsibility

Providing engaging and interactive lessons
Communicating with parents and carers over pupils' progress and participating in departmental meetings, parents' evenings and whole school training events
Planning and preparing all subjects within the current national curriculum

What we offer

Permanent teaching role
On site parking available
Protected weekly PPA time for all teachers
Team Teach training provided by Randstad Education or the school
Modern resources and equipment including interactive whiteboards and ipads
Superb and spacious classrooms and grounds
Career progression opportunities

Fulltime

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Nursery assistant

Are you a true believer that rain or shine children should be given the opportun...

Location

United Kingdom , East Grinstead

Salary:

23833.00 - 26844.00 GBP / Year

Randstad

Expiration Date

March 24, 2026

Requirements

Early Years Qualification (Cache or NVQ level 2 or above)
Relevant childcare/early years experience (Must be able to provide 2 references)
Eligibility to work in the UK

Job Responsibility

Providing engaging and interactive activities for your room
Supporting with snack and meal times
Supporting development of your key children
Communicating with parents and carers over pupils' progress and participating in departmental meetings, parents' evenings and whole nursery training events

What we offer

Local Public transport links
Onsite parking
Clean and spacious staff room with a ready supply of biscuits and cakes
Brilliant and spacious rooms
Access to Free CPD course and Safeguarding Training/courses
Supportive school team/mentoring available

Fulltime

Lidar Verification and Validation Engineer

Aeva

Location:
United States , Mountain View

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
January 03, 2026

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