Emmanuel Jefferson
Huntsville
Summary
Dynamic Autonomous Navigation Engineer with a proven track record at Leidos, specializing in vision-based robotic navigation and algorithm development. I excel in hands-on environments that focus on developing new technology or training personnel to be critical thinkers while using complex equipment or concepts.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Signal Plans Officer
U.S. Army Reserves
Birmingham
02.2023 - Current
- Oversaw satellite and radio communication capabilities for all companies within 926 Engineer Battalion, supporting over 500 personnel
- Led team of 5+ soldiers in operating and maintaining IT/telecommunication gear, ensuring operational readiness for battalion Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC)
- Advised battalion command team on communication readiness, enhancing battlefield situation awareness
- Introduced Joint Battle Command Platform (JBC-P) to 7 subordinate units during FY25-FY26 in preparation for Operation Sentinel Justice
Autonomous Navigation Engineer
Leidos
Huntsville
01.2023 - Current
- Developed flight-planning tool simulating vision-based navigation performance using camera Field-of-View (FOV) predictions for 6 Degree-of-freedom (DOF) flight trajectories over digital maps.
- Developed sensor driver code to interrogate hardware and parse incoming data from navigation sensors, improving data integration.
- Researched algorithms for vision-based robotic navigation in GPS-denied environments to enhance navigation capabilities.
- Developed a machine-learning tool for automatic annotation of satellite imagery.
Private Math Tutor (self-employed)
MathWare
03.2018 - Current
- Teach mathematics for grades 1-12 as well as college-level Calculus
- Customized instruction and practical exercises to align with individual student learning styles, improving comprehension and retention.
- Utilized educational software to enhance learning engagement and support diverse educational needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering, Robotics Concentration, Military Science Minor
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Prescott, AZ12-2022
Skills
- Python
- C
- MATLAB
- ROS
- PyTorch
- Tensorflow
- OpenCV
- GitHub/GitLab version control
- SolidWorks
- Autodesk
- 3D Printing
- Resource allocation
- Technical documentation
- Contingency planning
- Organizational budgeting
- Operational training
Independent Research
Personal Robotics Initiative: Interactive Autonomous Robotic Manipulator (IARM), 3D-printed 5 degree-of-freedom robotic arm with computer vision interface, Designed chassis with SOLIDWORKS and fabricated with 3D printing, Deployed MATLAB simulation and ROS kinematic solver, Integrated OpenCV libraries for vision-based kinematic behavior
Timeline
Signal Plans Officer
U.S. Army Reserves
02.2023 - Current
Autonomous Navigation Engineer
Leidos
01.2023 - Current
Private Math Tutor (self-employed)
MathWare
03.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering, Robotics Concentration, Military Science Minor
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University