Senior Systems Engineer

FORT is revolutionizing the robotics industry with their innovative Robotics Control Platform (RCP), focusing on secure communications and safety for autonomous systems. Founded in 2018 by Samuel Reeves, the company emerged from his decade-long experience in making landmine clearance safer through robotics. FORT's platform serves crucial industries including DOD, agriculture, construction, and warehousing.

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in advancing cutting-edge robotics and autonomous systems. This position requires a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic thinking, where you'll manage system-level requirements across hardware, firmware, and cloud software. You'll be responsible for ensuring seamless integration while maintaining rigorous safety and security standards.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of experience in complex systems development, preferably in industrial automation or hardware-software integration. You'll need strong expertise in requirements management tools like Jama, and familiarity with Bluetooth/BLE, RF products, and safety-critical systems. A B.S. in a relevant engineering field is preferred.

Working in a hybrid environment from Philadelphia, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in robotics safety and security. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of human-machine collaboration, ensuring that autonomous systems operate safely and securely in various industrial applications. FORT's mission to minimize risks in autonomous operations while maintaining communications integrity makes this an exciting opportunity for a systems thinker who can bridge the gap between hardware and software development.