Sandboxaq - Palo Alto, CA
posted about 1 month ago
The Hardware Engineer within AQNav is anticipated to play an integral role in developing hardware, firmware, and other validation tools for the prototyping and product development team. This role will work closely with our research team on the rapid iteration of concepts and the development of novel sensing systems. This position is on-site and hands-on, working on various projects across the Sensing organization as needed. The team member will be required to travel, potentially internationally, to support test programs with partners and provide field support on an occasional basis. This role requires a hands-on approach to both design and field operations, ensuring reliable and efficient system functionality throughout the product lifecycle. As a Hardware Engineer, you will be involved in developing novel, multi-modal, sensing systems. You will play a critical role in building prototypes from the earliest stages of development to field deployments. You will be responsible for three major work streams: Discovery, Design, Assessment, Implementation, and Support. In Discovery, you will work with our Research and Development team to conceptualize, source, build, and validate new, innovative prototype devices. In Design, you will follow Design for Excellence (DFX) principles to de-risk all elements of the system architecture to ensure a smooth transition from prototype to scalable, testable production. In Assessment, you will evaluate the performance of these devices and identify paths for future improvement. In Implementation, you will be the hands-on expert in bringing these concepts to reality and fielding these devices in real-life environments. Finally, in Support, you will provide comprehensive field support, including managing deployments, troubleshooting, and optimizing hardware performance in diverse real-world environments.