Autonomous Systems Engineer

Ascent Systems Technologies develops advanced autonomous platforms for persistent operation in remote, harsh, and infrastructure-limited environments. Our systems combine autonomous energy, automation and control, advanced sensing, edge computing and AI, multi-modal communications, and autonomous aerial and ground vehicle operations. We are seeking a highly capable new graduate or early-career engineer with a strong multidisciplinary background to join our growing technical team. This role is for someone who enjoys working across traditional engineering boundaries and turning complex technologies into functioning autonomous systems. Your roleYou will contribute to the development, integration, testing, and evolution of Ascent's autonomous platforms. Responsibilities include: Integration of sensors, communications, computing, control, and autonomous subsystemsDevelopment and implementation of automation and control functionsSensor integration, data processing, and multi-sensor fusionIntegration of UAVs, UGVs, and other autonomous systemsEmbedded and edge-computing applicationsSystem-level testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimizationField testing and validationTechnical analysis and support of customer demonstrations and programsYou will work directly with company leadership and experienced engineers on defence, security, Arctic, and autonomous infrastructure applications. We are looking for someone withBachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Engineering Physics or Mechatronics; Electrical/Electronics Engineering or a closely related discipline will also be consideredStrong analytical and problem-solving abilityGood software/programming skillsUnderstanding of controls, automation, sensors, and embedded systemsAbility to understand and work with complex multidisciplinary systemsStrong technical communication skillsPractical, hands-on approach to engineeringAbility to learn quickly and work independentlyStrong assetsExperience or academic exposure in one or more of: Autonomous systemsSignal and data processingSensor fusionAI / machine learningRadar, RF, or other advanced sensing technologiesSatellite, wireless, or resilient communicationsUAVs and UGVsDefence or aerospace systemsWhy join Ascent?You may be a great fit if you: Approach difficult technical problems from first principlesThink across disciplines rather than in silosTake ownership and are comfortable figuring things outCan move between concept and implementationWant your work to become part of real systems operating in the fieldWe value intellectual curiosity, technical depth, practical engineering judgment, and systems thinking. This is an opportunity to take on meaningful technical responsibility early and help build genuinely novel Canadian autonomous technology.