ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Signal Processing Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for developing discrimination algorithms that separate threats from non-threats, decoys, and debris using EO/IR sensor data for space and missile defense missions. You will design signal processing pipelines including detection, feature extraction, image processing, and develop advanced decision logic to enhance classification performance. This will require deep expertise in signal processing for EO/IR sensors, classification algorithms, detection theory, and proficiency in algorithm development. If you are someone who loves the challenge of extracting signal from noise, thrives on building algorithms that work in contested and degraded environments, and wants to see your work protecting forces against emerging threats in space, then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop discrimination algorithms for EO/IR sensors that classify and distinguish threats from decoys, debris, and clutter in real-time operational environments
• Design and implement signal processing pipelines including detection algorithms, feature extraction, image processing, and measurement generation from sensor data
• Develop and integrate advanced decision logic to enhance classification performance and adapt to evolving threat environments
• Analyze and optimize algorithms for EO/IR sensor phenomenology including noise characteristics, SNR considerations, resolution limits, and environmental effects
• Build physics-based models and conduct modeling and simulation including Monte Carlo analysis, recorded sensor playback, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to validate discrimination performance
• Develop analysis tools to characterize discrimination algorithm performance under challenging conditions such as countermeasures, clutter, and degraded sensing environments
• Collaborate with software engineers to transition discrimination algorithms from prototypes to production code optimized for operational deployment
• Engage with customers and stakeholders to understand mission needs, present discrimination solutions, and demonstrate system performance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, and testing signal processing algorithms for EO/IR sensors or similar sensing modalities in aerospace or defense systems
• Strong understanding of EO/IR sensor phenomenology including noise characteristics, detection theory, SNR analysis, resolution limits, and environmental effects
• Experience with signal processing techniques including detection algorithms, filtering, and measurement generation from sensor data
• Proficiency in algorithm development and coding with demonstrated experience transitioning algorithms to production environments
• Experience with modeling, simulation, and testing workflows including physics-based modeling, Monte Carlo analysis, or hardware-in-the-loop environments
• Ability to work collaboratively with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to integrate algorithms into operational systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technical field
• Experience with space or missile defense systems, threat discrimination, or intercept systems
• Experience developing advanced decision logic or adaptive algorithms for classification workflows
• Demonstrated experience with pattern recognition, computer vision, or image processing for defense applications
• Experience handling discrimination challenges including countermeasures, spoofing, and contested/degraded sensing environments
• Background in fire control systems, guidance/navigation/control (GNC) integration, or kill vehicle systems
• Experience with radar systems, RF signal processing, or multi-modal sensor fusion
• Demonstrated experience working within systems engineering processes including requirements management, trade studies, and verification/validation
• Experience with MBSE tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, DOORS) or systems engineering toolchains

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Signal Processing Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Washington DC. In this role, you will be responsible for developing discrimination algorithms that separate threats from non-threats, decoys, and debris using EO/IR sensor data for space and missile defense missions. You will design signal processing pipelines including detection, feature extraction, image processing, and develop advanced decision logic to enhance classification performance. This will require deep expertise in signal processing for EO/IR sensors, classification algorithms, detection theory, and proficiency in algorithm development. If you are someone who loves the challenge of extracting signal from noise, thrives on building algorithms that work in contested and degraded environments, and wants to see your work protecting forces against emerging threats in space, then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop discrimination algorithms for EO/IR sensors that classify and distinguish threats from decoys, debris, and clutter in real-time operational environments
• Design and implement signal processing pipelines including detection algorithms, feature extraction, image processing, and measurement generation from sensor data
• Develop and integrate advanced decision logic to enhance classification performance and adapt to evolving threat environments
• Analyze and optimize algorithms for EO/IR sensor phenomenology including noise characteristics, SNR considerations, resolution limits, and environmental effects
• Build physics-based models and conduct modeling and simulation including Monte Carlo analysis, recorded sensor playback, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to validate discrimination performance
• Develop analysis tools to characterize discrimination algorithm performance under challenging conditions such as countermeasures, clutter, and degraded sensing environments
• Collaborate with software engineers to transition discrimination algorithms from prototypes to production code optimized for operational deployment
• Engage with customers and stakeholders to understand mission needs, present discrimination solutions, and demonstrate system performance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, and testing signal processing algorithms for EO/IR sensors or similar sensing modalities in aerospace or defense systems
• Strong understanding of EO/IR sensor phenomenology including noise characteristics, detection theory, SNR analysis, resolution limits, and environmental effects
• Experience with signal processing techniques including detection algorithms, filtering, and measurement generation from sensor data
• Proficiency in algorithm development and coding with demonstrated experience transitioning algorithms to production environments
• Experience with modeling, simulation, and testing workflows including physics-based modeling, Monte Carlo analysis, or hardware-in-the-loop environments
• Ability to work collaboratively with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to integrate algorithms into operational systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technical field
• Experience with space or missile defense systems, threat discrimination, or intercept systems
• Experience developing advanced decision logic or adaptive algorithms for classification workflows
• Demonstrated experience with pattern recognition, computer vision, or image processing for defense applications
• Experience handling discrimination challenges including countermeasures, spoofing, and contested/degraded sensing environments
• Background in fire control systems, guidance/navigation/control (GNC) integration, or kill vehicle systems
• Experience with radar systems, RF signal processing, or multi-modal sensor fusion
• Demonstrated experience working within systems engineering processes including requirements management, trade studies, and verification/validation
• Experience with MBSE tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, DOORS) or systems engineering toolchains

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Senior Signal Processing Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Washington DC. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development discrimination algorithms that separate threats from non-threats, decoys, and debris using EO/IR sensor data for space and missile defense missions. You will design signal processing pipelines including detection, feature extraction, image processing, and develop advanced decision logic to enhance classification performance. This will require deep expertise in signal processing for EO/IR sensors, classification algorithms, detection theory, and proficiency in algorithm development. If you are someone who loves the challenge of extracting signal from noise, thrives on building algorithms that work in contested and degraded environments, and wants to see your work protecting forces against emerging threats in space, then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead the development of discrimination algorithms for EO/IR sensors that classify and distinguish threats from decoys, debris, and clutter in real-time operational environments
• Design and implement signal processing pipelines including detection algorithms, feature extraction, image processing, and measurement generation from sensor data
• Develop and integrate advanced decision logic to enhance classification performance and adapt to evolving threat environments
• Analyze and optimize algorithms for EO/IR sensor phenomenology including noise characteristics, SNR considerations, resolution limits, and environmental effects
• Build physics-based models and conduct modeling and simulation including Monte Carlo analysis, recorded sensor playback, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to validate discrimination performance
• Develop analysis tools to characterize discrimination algorithm performance under challenging conditions such as countermeasures, clutter, and degraded sensing environments
• Collaborate with software engineers to transition discrimination algorithms from prototypes to production code optimized for operational deployment
• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership on signal processing approaches and best practices
• Engage with customers and stakeholders to understand mission needs, present discrimination solutions, and demonstrate system performance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, and testing signal processing algorithms for EO/IR sensors or similar sensing modalities in aerospace or defense systems
• Proven expertise in EO/IR sensor phenomenology including noise characteristics, detection theory, SNR analysis, resolution limits, and environmental effects
• Strong proficiency with signal processing techniques including detection algorithms, filtering, and measurement generation from sensor data
• Proficiency in algorithm development and coding with demonstrated experience transitioning algorithms to production environments
• Experience with modeling, simulation, and testing workflows including physics-based modeling, Monte Carlo analysis, or hardware-in-the-loop environments
• Demonstrated technical leadership experience with ability to mentor engineers and drive technical direction
• Ability to work collaboratively with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to integrate algorithms into operational systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technical field
• Experience with space or missile defense systems, threat discrimination, or intercept systems
• Proven expertise developing advanced decision logic or adaptive algorithms for classification workflows
• Demonstrated experience with pattern recognition, computer vision, or image processing for defense applications
• Experience handling discrimination challenges including countermeasures, spoofing, and contested/degraded sensing environments
• Background in fire control systems, guidance/navigation/control (GNC) integration, or kill vehicle systems
• Experience with radar systems, RF signal processing, or multi-modal sensor fusion
• Demonstrated experience working within systems engineering processes including requirements management, trade studies, and verification/validation
• Experience with MBSE tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, DOORS) or systems engineering toolchains

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Senior Tracking Software Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will lead the development of advanced 2D and 3D tracking algorithms that maintain custody of space objects, processing sensor detections and messages into actionable tracks for space situational awareness missions. As a senior member of the team, you will architect and implement sophisticated multi-target tracking systems using cutting-edge state estimation and data association techniques, develop physics-based models to validate performance, and mentor engineers while working closely with software teams to deploy your algorithms into operational systems. You will drive technical decisions, lead design reviews, and serve as a subject matter expert in tracking algorithms. This will require deep expertise in tracking algorithms, state estimation (Kalman filtering), data association methods (JPDA, MHT), proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and C++, experience with modeling and simulation, and demonstrated technical leadership. If you are someone who enjoys solving challenging tracking problems involving clutter, maneuvering targets, contested sensing environments, and real-time mission constraints while guiding others to do the same then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead systems engineering and algorithm development tasks supporting space and missile defense tracking missions, providing technical direction and guidance to team members
• Architect and implement advanced object tracking and state estimation algorithms, including track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination
• Design and evaluate multi-target tracking and multi-sensor fusion approaches for EO/IR, RF, or hybrid sensor architectures
• Lead the implementation of advanced data association techniques including JPDA (Joint Probabilistic Data Association), MHT (Multiple Hypothesis Tracking), nearest neighbor, and track-to-track fusion methods
• Drive innovation in data association techniques, exploring novel approaches and optimizations for complex operational scenarios
• Build sophisticated physics-based models and conduct modeling and simulation including Monte Carlo analysis, recorded sensor playback, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to validate tracking performance
• Lead performance analysis, trade studies, and simulation-based assessments of tracking robustness under challenging conditions (maneuvering targets, clutter, countermeasures, degraded sensing)
• Collaborate with and mentor software engineers to transition tracking algorithms from MATLAB/Python prototypes to production C/C++ code optimized for real-time operational systems
• Drive the systems engineering lifecycle including requirements decomposition, trade studies on tracking approaches, verification and validation planning, and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Lead technical documentation efforts and present at design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and customer engagements
• Mentor engineers in tracking algorithm development, state estimation theory, and best practices
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert for tracking systems, advising program leadership on algorithm performance, risks, and opportunities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field
• 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, and testing multi-target tracking algorithms for aerospace, defense, or autonomous systems
• Demonstrated technical leadership in tracking algorithm development, including leading design efforts, mentoring team members, or serving as a subject matter expert
• Deep theoretical and practical expertise with state estimation techniques, including Kalman Filters (EKF, UKF), multi-target tracking concepts, and Interacting Multiple Model (IMM) filters
• Proven experience developing tracking algorithms that handle track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination in operational systems
• Expert proficiency in algorithm development using MATLAB and/or Python with demonstrated experience transitioning algorithms to C++ for production deployment
• Extensive experience with modeling, simulation, and testing workflows including Monte Carlo analysis, sensor data playback, or hardware-in-the-loop environments
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to integrate tracking algorithms into operational systems
• Excellent communication skills with experience presenting technical concepts to diverse audiences including engineers, program managers, and customers

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technical field
• 10+ years of experience in tracking algorithm development for defense or aerospace applications
• Experience in one or more of the following domains: missile defense or space systems; EO/IR or RF sensors; kill vehicles, interceptors, or countermeasures
• Extensive experience handling challenging tracking scenarios including track fragmentation, ghost tracks, sensor outages, and high-clutter environments
• Deep familiarity with real-time system constraints, embedded systems, or edge compute optimization
• Demonstrated experience leading efforts within the systems engineering design cycle, including requirements decomposition and traceability, algorithm design and trade studies, verification and validation (V&V), and documentation and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Experience with MBSE tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, DOORS)
• Experience with advanced tracking techniques such as Random Finite Set (RFS) methods, Probability Hypothesis Density (PHD) filters, or machine learning-enhanced tracking
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals or conferences related to tracking, state estimation, or sensor fusion
• Experience briefing and interfacing with government customers (DoD, IC, or similar)
• Track record of delivering tracking solutions into operational systems or fielded products

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Tracking Software Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Washington DC. In this role, you will be responsible for developing 2D and 3D tracking algorithms that maintain custody of space objects, processing sensor detections and messages into actionable tracks for space situational awareness missions. You will design and implement multi-target tracking systems using advanced state estimation and data association techniques, develop physics-based models to validate performance, and work closely with software teams to deploy your algorithms into operational systems. This will require deep expertise in tracking algorithms, state estimation (Kalman filtering), data association methods (JPDA, MHT), proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and C++, and experience with modeling and simulation. If you are someone who enjoys solving challenging tracking problems involving clutter, maneuvering targets, contested sensing environments, and real-time mission constraints then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Perform systems engineering and algorithm development tasks supporting space and missile defense tracking missions
• Design and implement advanced object tracking and state estimation algorithms, including track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination
• Develop and evaluate multi-target tracking and multi-sensor fusion approaches for EO/IR, RF, or hybrid sensor architectures
• Implement advanced data association techniques including JPDA (Joint Probabilistic Data Association), MHT (Multiple Hypothesis Tracking), nearest neighbor, and track-to-track fusion methods
• Apply and refine data association techniques, such as: nearest neighbor and probabilistic association; Joint Probabilistic Data Association (JPDA); Multiple Hypothesis Tracking (MHT); and track-to-track fusion methods
• Build physics-based models and conduct modeling and simulation including Monte Carlo analysis, recorded sensor playback, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to validate tracking performance
• Conduct performance analysis, trade studies, and simulation-based assessments of tracking robustness under challenging conditions (maneuvering targets, clutter, countermeasures, degraded sensing)
• Collaborate with software engineers to transition tracking algorithms from MATLAB/Python prototypes to production C/C++ code optimized for real-time operational systems
• Support the systems engineering lifecycle including requirements decomposition, trade studies on tracking approaches, verification and validation planning, and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Prepare technical documentation and briefings for design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and customer engagements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field
• 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, and testing multi-target tracking algorithms for aerospace, defense, or autonomous systems
• Strong theoretical and practical experience with state estimation techniques, including Kalman Filters (EKF, UKF), multi-target tracking concepts, and Interacting Multiple Model (IMM) filters
• Experience developing tracking algorithms that handle track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination in operational systems
• Proficiency in algorithm development using MATLAB and/or Python with demonstrated experience transitioning algorithms to C++ for production deployment
• Experience with modeling, simulation, and testing workflows including Monte Carlo analysis, sensor data playback, or hardware-in-the-loop environments
• Ability to work collaboratively with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to integrate tracking algorithms into operational systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technical field
• Experience in one or more of the following domains: missile defense or space systems; EO/IR or RF sensors; kill vehicles, interceptors, or countermeasures
• Experience handling challenging tracking scenarios including track fragmentation, ghost tracks, sensor outages, and high-clutter environments
• Familiarity with real-time system constraints, embedded systems, or edge compute optimization
• Demonstrated experience working within the systems engineering design cycle, including requirements decomposition and traceability, algorithm design and trade studies, verification and validation (V&V;), and documentation and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Experience with MBSE tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, DOORS)

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Senior Signal Processing Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development discrimination algorithms that separate threats from non-threats, decoys, and debris using EO/IR sensor data for space and missile defense missions. You will design signal processing pipelines including detection, feature extraction, image processing, and develop advanced decision logic to enhance classification performance. This will require deep expertise in signal processing for EO/IR sensors, classification algorithms, detection theory, and proficiency in algorithm development. If you are someone who loves the challenge of extracting signal from noise, thrives on building algorithms that work in contested and degraded environments, and wants to see your work protecting forces against emerging threats in space, then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead the development of discrimination algorithms for EO/IR sensors that classify and distinguish threats from decoys, debris, and clutter in real-time operational environments
• Design and implement signal processing pipelines including detection algorithms, feature extraction, image processing, and measurement generation from sensor data
• Develop and integrate advanced decision logic to enhance classification performance and adapt to evolving threat environments
• Analyze and optimize algorithms for EO/IR sensor phenomenology including noise characteristics, SNR considerations, resolution limits, and environmental effects
• Build physics-based models and conduct modeling and simulation including Monte Carlo analysis, recorded sensor playback, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to validate discrimination performance
• Develop analysis tools to characterize discrimination algorithm performance under challenging conditions such as countermeasures, clutter, and degraded sensing environments
• Collaborate with software engineers to transition discrimination algorithms from prototypes to production code optimized for operational deployment
• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership on signal processing approaches and best practices
• Engage with customers and stakeholders to understand mission needs, present discrimination solutions, and demonstrate system performance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, and testing signal processing algorithms for EO/IR sensors or similar sensing modalities in aerospace or defense systems
• Proven expertise in EO/IR sensor phenomenology including noise characteristics, detection theory, SNR analysis, resolution limits, and environmental effects
• Strong proficiency with signal processing techniques including detection algorithms, filtering, and measurement generation from sensor data
• Proficiency in algorithm development and coding with demonstrated experience transitioning algorithms to production environments
• Experience with modeling, simulation, and testing workflows including physics-based modeling, Monte Carlo analysis, or hardware-in-the-loop environments
• Demonstrated technical leadership experience with ability to mentor engineers and drive technical direction
• Ability to work collaboratively with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to integrate algorithms into operational systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technical field
• Experience with space or missile defense systems, threat discrimination, or intercept systems
• Proven expertise developing advanced decision logic or adaptive algorithms for classification workflows
• Demonstrated experience with pattern recognition, computer vision, or image processing for defense applications
• Experience handling discrimination challenges including countermeasures, spoofing, and contested/degraded sensing environments
• Background in fire control systems, guidance/navigation/control (GNC) integration, or kill vehicle systems
• Experience with radar systems, RF signal processing, or multi-modal sensor fusion
• Demonstrated experience working within systems engineering processes including requirements management, trade studies, and verification/validation
• Experience with MBSE tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, DOORS) or systems engineering toolchains

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Tracking Software Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for developing 2D and 3D tracking algorithms that maintain custody of space objects, processing sensor detections and messages into actionable tracks for space situational awareness missions. You will design and implement multi-target tracking systems using advanced state estimation and data association techniques, develop physics-based models to validate performance, and work closely with software teams to deploy your algorithms into operational systems. This will require deep expertise in tracking algorithms, state estimation (Kalman filtering), data association methods (JPDA, MHT), proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and C++, and experience with modeling and simulation. If you are someone who enjoys solving challenging tracking problems involving clutter, maneuvering targets, contested sensing environments, and real-time mission constraints then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Perform systems engineering and algorithm development tasks supporting space and missile defense tracking missions
• Design and implement advanced object tracking and state estimation algorithms, including track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination
• Develop and evaluate multi-target tracking and multi-sensor fusion approaches for EO/IR, RF, or hybrid sensor architectures
• Implement advanced data association techniques including JPDA (Joint Probabilistic Data Association), MHT (Multiple Hypothesis Tracking), nearest neighbor, and track-to-track fusion methods
• Apply and refine data association techniques, such as: nearest neighbor and probabilistic association; Joint Probabilistic Data Association (JPDA); Multiple Hypothesis Tracking (MHT); and track-to-track fusion methods
• Build physics-based models and conduct modeling and simulation including Monte Carlo analysis, recorded sensor playback, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to validate tracking performance
• Conduct performance analysis, trade studies, and simulation-based assessments of tracking robustness under challenging conditions (maneuvering targets, clutter, countermeasures, degraded sensing)
• Collaborate with software engineers to transition tracking algorithms from MATLAB/Python prototypes to production C/C++ code optimized for real-time operational systems
• Support the systems engineering lifecycle including requirements decomposition, trade studies on tracking approaches, verification and validation planning, and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Prepare technical documentation and briefings for design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and customer engagements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field
• 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, and testing multi-target tracking algorithms for aerospace, defense, or autonomous systems
• Strong theoretical and practical experience with state estimation techniques, including Kalman Filters (EKF, UKF), multi-target tracking concepts, and Interacting Multiple Model (IMM) filters
• Experience developing tracking algorithms that handle track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination in operational systems
• Proficiency in algorithm development using MATLAB and/or Python with demonstrated experience transitioning algorithms to C++ for production deployment
• Experience with modeling, simulation, and testing workflows including Monte Carlo analysis, sensor data playback, or hardware-in-the-loop environments
• Ability to work collaboratively with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to integrate tracking algorithms into operational systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technical field
• Experience in one or more of the following domains: missile defense or space systems; EO/IR or RF sensors; kill vehicles, interceptors, or countermeasures
• Experience handling challenging tracking scenarios including track fragmentation, ghost tracks, sensor outages, and high-clutter environments
• Familiarity with real-time system constraints, embedded systems, or edge compute optimization
• Demonstrated experience working within the systems engineering design cycle, including requirements decomposition and traceability, algorithm design and trade studies, verification and validation (V&V;), and documentation and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Experience with MBSE tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, DOORS)

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Senior Tracking Software Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Washington DC. In this role, you will lead the development of advanced 2D and 3D tracking algorithms that maintain custody of space objects, processing sensor detections and messages into actionable tracks for space situational awareness missions. As a senior member of the team, you will architect and implement sophisticated multi-target tracking systems using cutting-edge state estimation and data association techniques, develop physics-based models to validate performance, and mentor engineers while working closely with software teams to deploy your algorithms into operational systems. You will drive technical decisions, lead design reviews, and serve as a subject matter expert in tracking algorithms. This will require deep expertise in tracking algorithms, state estimation (Kalman filtering), data association methods (JPDA, MHT), proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and C++, experience with modeling and simulation, and demonstrated technical leadership. If you are someone who enjoys solving challenging tracking problems involving clutter, maneuvering targets, contested sensing environments, and real-time mission constraints while guiding others to do the same then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead systems engineering and algorithm development tasks supporting space and missile defense tracking missions, providing technical direction and guidance to team members
• Architect and implement advanced object tracking and state estimation algorithms, including track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination
• Design and evaluate multi-target tracking and multi-sensor fusion approaches for EO/IR, RF, or hybrid sensor architectures
• Lead the implementation of advanced data association techniques including JPDA (Joint Probabilistic Data Association), MHT (Multiple Hypothesis Tracking), nearest neighbor, and track-to-track fusion methods
• Drive innovation in data association techniques, exploring novel approaches and optimizations for complex operational scenarios
• Build sophisticated physics-based models and conduct modeling and simulation including Monte Carlo analysis, recorded sensor playback, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to validate tracking performance
• Lead performance analysis, trade studies, and simulation-based assessments of tracking robustness under challenging conditions (maneuvering targets, clutter, countermeasures, degraded sensing)
• Collaborate with and mentor software engineers to transition tracking algorithms from MATLAB/Python prototypes to production C/C++ code optimized for real-time operational systems
• Drive the systems engineering lifecycle including requirements decomposition, trade studies on tracking approaches, verification and validation planning, and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Lead technical documentation efforts and present at design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and customer engagements
• Mentor engineers in tracking algorithm development, state estimation theory, and best practices
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert for tracking systems, advising program leadership on algorithm performance, risks, and opportunities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field
• 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, and testing multi-target tracking algorithms for aerospace, defense, or autonomous systems
• Demonstrated technical leadership in tracking algorithm development, including leading design efforts, mentoring team members, or serving as a subject matter expert
• Deep theoretical and practical expertise with state estimation techniques, including Kalman Filters (EKF, UKF), multi-target tracking concepts, and Interacting Multiple Model (IMM) filters
• Proven experience developing tracking algorithms that handle track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination in operational systems
• Expert proficiency in algorithm development using MATLAB and/or Python with demonstrated experience transitioning algorithms to C++ for production deployment
• Extensive experience with modeling, simulation, and testing workflows including Monte Carlo analysis, sensor data playback, or hardware-in-the-loop environments
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to integrate tracking algorithms into operational systems
• Excellent communication skills with experience presenting technical concepts to diverse audiences including engineers, program managers, and customers

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technical field
• 10+ years of experience in tracking algorithm development for defense or aerospace applications
• Experience in one or more of the following domains: missile defense or space systems; EO/IR or RF sensors; kill vehicles, interceptors, or countermeasures
• Extensive experience handling challenging tracking scenarios including track fragmentation, ghost tracks, sensor outages, and high-clutter environments
• Deep familiarity with real-time system constraints, embedded systems, or edge compute optimization
• Demonstrated experience leading efforts within the systems engineering design cycle, including requirements decomposition and traceability, algorithm design and trade studies, verification and validation (V&V), and documentation and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
• Experience with MBSE tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, DOORS)
• Experience with advanced tracking techniques such as Random Finite Set (RFS) methods, Probability Hypothesis Density (PHD) filters, or machine learning-enhanced tracking
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals or conferences related to tracking, state estimation, or sensor fusion
• Experience briefing and interfacing with government customers (DoD, IC, or similar)
• Track record of delivering tracking solutions into operational systems or fielded products

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Product Operations Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. The Product Operations Engineer will help operate, maintain, and update a classified networking capability that provides operational Space Domain Awareness data for the United States Space Force. Anduril employs networking infrastructure to support global operations of customer sites. You'll be collaborating with other Product Operations team members, Mission Operations Engineer, Software Engineer, and TPMs to directly support end-users of an operational system.

The Product Operations Team will be the first point of contact with end-users at various locations worldwide. You'll also be responsible for providing clear and concise documentation to assist with training remote non-network technical staff for routine tasks such as device configuration, basic troubleshooting, and workflow optimization. This role will work hand in hand with our Mission Software Engineering team to deploy new capabilities to an operational system during future integrations.

This role is directly tied to an ongoing, funded program within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The program requires building and fielding a resilient, software-defined, distributed mesh networking layer for critical Space Domain Awareness data. We work with mission partners and operators to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Become a part of a growing team of Product Engineers supporting a new operational system provided to a DoD customer, helping collaboratively shape the future!
• Develop, design, and establish processes, workflow automations, and tooling capabilities to support end-users of a globally distributed system from a secure Anduril-owned facility
• Serve as a systems administration SME, especially with Linux systems and configurations
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness of newly deployed locations or features and provide persistent monitoring of the existing capability baseline
• Provide real time response, rapid resolution, and root causing complex issues across code and backing infrastructure within an air-gapped network
• Maximize operational capability efficiency through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting with little supervision and the ability to escalate when appropriate
• Provide 24x7 on-call support as a part of a larger team supporting the Space Domain Awareness effort on behalf of the United States Space Force
• Build and maintain infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible) and implement comprehensive observability solutions (monitoring, logging, alerting, tracing) for Linux-based distributed systems
• Maximize operational capability efficiency through proactive automation, system optimization, ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting with little supervision and the ability to escalate when appropriate

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Experience with device configuration, basic troubleshooting, and incident triage
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Strong initiative in managing your own work in isolated secure environments.
• Experience with Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform, etc
• Comfort with communicating complex thoughts simply across various methods of communication and tools
• Enthusiasm towards transforming US and allied military capabilities with advanced technology in space environments
• Little to no travel required, but opportunities to travel to end-user locations will be provided
• Hands-on experience with observability tools and practices: implementing monitoring, logging, alerting, and tracing solutions (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
• Experience with Linux system administration, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and managing distributed systems
• Understanding of software development practices including version control (Git), code review, testing, and agile methodologies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance
• Experience with software-defined networking and distributed mesh networking. Extensive technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards, including routers, switches (layer 2/3), firewalls, remote access, DNS, BGP, OSPF, VLAN, VRF, QoS, and VPN
• Experience with COMSEC and HAIPE Complaint In-line type-1 network encryptors
• Networking certifications like CCNA
• Familiarity with Space Domain Awareness data and systems
• Knowledge of Anduril’s Lattice OS and its capabilities
• Experience with agile development methodologies and DevOps practices
• Experience with database administration, performance tuning, and data pipeline optimization
• Experience with cloud-native technologies and distributed systems architecture patterns
• Experience building and maintaining containerized applications using Kubernetes and Docker in production environments
• Proficiency in additional programming languages (Go, Rust, Java) and experience contributing to open-source projects

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Senior Product Operations Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. The Senior Product Operations Engineer will help operate, maintain, and update a classified networking capability that provides operational Space Domain Awareness data for the United States Space Force. Anduril employs networking infrastructure to support global operations of customer sites. You'll be collaborating with other Product Operations team members, Mission Operations Engineer, Software Engineer, and TPMs to directly support end-users of an operational system.

The Product Operations Team will be the first point of contact with end-users at various locations worldwide. You'll also be responsible for providing clear and concise documentation to assist with training remote non-network technical staff for routine tasks such as device configuration, basic troubleshooting, and workflow optimization. This role will work hand in hand with our Mission Software Engineering team to deploy new capabilities to an operational system during future integrations.

This role is directly tied to an ongoing, funded program within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The program requires building and fielding a resilient, software-defined, distributed mesh networking layer for critical Space Domain Awareness data. We work with mission partners and operators to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Become a part of a growing team of Product Engineers supporting a new operational system provided to a DoD customer, helping collaboratively shape the future!
• Develop, design, and establish processes, workflow automations, and tooling capabilities to support end-users of a globally distributed system from a secure Anduril-owned facility
• Serve as a systems administration SME, especially with Linux systems and configurations
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness of newly deployed locations or features and provide persistent monitoring of the existing capability baseline
• Provide real time response, rapid resolution, and root causing complex issues across code and backing infrastructure within an air-gapped network
• Maximize operational capability efficiency through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting with little supervision and the ability to escalate when appropriate
• Provide 24x7 on-call support as a part of a larger team supporting the Space Domain Awareness effort on behalf of the United States Space Force
• Build and maintain infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible) and implement comprehensive observability solutions (monitoring, logging, alerting, tracing) for Linux-based distributed systems
• Maximize operational capability efficiency through proactive automation, system optimization, ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting with little supervision and the ability to escalate when appropriate

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Experience with device configuration, basic troubleshooting, and incident triage
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Strong initiative in managing your own work in isolated secure environments.
• Experience with Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform, etc
• Comfort with communicating complex thoughts simply across various methods of communication and tools
• Enthusiasm towards transforming US and allied military capabilities with advanced technology in space environments
• Little to no travel required, but opportunities to travel to end-user locations will be provided
• Hands-on experience with observability tools and practices: implementing monitoring, logging, alerting, and tracing solutions (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
• Experience with Linux system administration, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and managing distributed systems
• Understanding of software development practices including version control (Git), code review, testing, and agile methodologies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance
• Experience with software-defined networking and distributed mesh networking. Extensive technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and Internet standards, including routers, switches (layer 2/3), firewalls, remote access, DNS, BGP, OSPF, VLAN, VRF, QoS, and VPN
• Experience with COMSEC and HAIPE Complaint In-line type-1 network encryptors
• Networking certifications like CCNA
• Familiarity with Space Domain Awareness data and systems
• Knowledge of Anduril’s Lattice OS and its capabilities
• Experience with agile development methodologies and DevOps practices
• Experience with database administration, performance tuning, and data pipeline optimization
• Experience with cloud-native technologies and distributed systems architecture patterns
• Experience building and maintaining containerized applications using Kubernetes and Docker in production environments
• Proficiency in additional programming languages (Go, Rust, Java) and experience contributing to open-source projects

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a RF Communications Engineer for our Space team, you will contribute to the design of all satellite communications subsystem to include but not limited to bus TT&C, mission data links and inter-satellite links. You will be responsible for possessing deep knowledge on RF and optical systems to include link budget ownership, subsystem design and the integration of NSA approved Type 1 encryption. You will be responsible for authoring space to ground ICD’s and become familiar with Anduril’s ground software enterprise and orbital flight software systems. The Spacecraft Comms team will work closely with related teams, such as the spacecraft design, ground, and flight software, etc., to help improve both the ground and satellite-based capabilities but above all else will be responsible for the successful design, test and operations of the various communications links onboard Anduril’s fleet of spacecraft

This role is directly tied to ongoing, funded programs within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The programs require building and fielding a resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads. We work with mission partners and customers to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Contribute to the spacecraft communications subsystems for various spacecraft programs in all orbital regimes
• Integrate with legacy systems to unlock 21st-century capabilities.
• Develop modern, software-defined approaches to autonomous spacecraft communications leveraging proliferated constellations of ground and space-based assets
• Own space-to-ground and space-to-space ICDs and designs for communication subsystems
• Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality
• Coordinate with end-users, other operators and customers to turn needs into features while balancing user experience with engineering constraints
• Support challenging schedules during ground testing, launch windows and on-orbit operations of the spacecraft systems

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Computer Science, or other engineering degree
• Experience conducting spacecraft operations and satellite command and control with an emphasis on system reliability and uptime
• Flexible and agile problem solving skills
• Working knowledge of and experience with MATLAB
• Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and detailed requirements
• Experience with RF subsystem design for space-space and space-ground in multiple orbital regimes
• Experience with optical inter-satellite and optical space-ground systems
• Capable of solving complex technical problems with little oversight
• Clear communication and organizational skills including creating documentation and training materials
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Python, Go, C++ and/or Linux systems
• A desire to work on critical software and hardware designs in the space domain
• Experience testing comms subsystems in laboratory environments that mimic the space environmental constraints
• Experience with testing/validation leveraging FlatSats, Hardware-in-the-Loop testbeds and digital spacecraft simulators through nominal and fault scenarios
• Exposure to ground station operations and providers
• Exposure to US satellite operations policy and constraints for relevant mission threads in all orbits

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

As an Electro Optical System Engineer for our Space team, you will facilitate the integration of EO Payloads on our spacecraft platforms from initial concept development through on-orbit execution. A successful candidate will have experience during all phases of payload system engineering including architecture and requirement derivation, performance modeling, design reviews, laboratory testing, spacecraft assembly integration and test, on-orbit initialization, and mission operations. A proven history of interfacing with all disciplines of the engineering, specialty, and program management team to shepherd a payload design to maturity is required. 

You’ll be expected to clearly communicate risk, issues, and progress with customer representatives and external vendors in a collaborative environment. We are especially seeking candidates with hands-on experience in optical laboratories characterizing and calibrating optical payloads. You will be expected to know how to configure and operate test equipment such as collimators, integrating spheres, interferometers, and other tools. You will work closely with other AI&T professionals and be expected to train others how to also use this equipment. Payloads you will be interacting with include photon detecting imagers from visible through long wave infrared wavebands including CMOS and CCD focal planes, thermal sensors including microbolometers, as well as LiDAR and laser range finders. Experience with state-of-the-art sensing technology such as event based cameras, quantum detectors, and metamaterials is also highly desired.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Perform concept designs of active and passive EO payloads
• Derive system and unit level requirements
• Analyze performance with an in-depth understanding of payload technology and related physics
• Identify payload key performance parameters and create test plans and procedures to measure these parameters in a laboratory environment
• Perform hands-on characterization and calibration of the radiometric and geometric performance of flight hardware using collimators, integrating spheres, theodolites, laser trackers, interferometers, and other optical test equipment
• Train and educate other AI&T professionals to conduct successful payload testing
• Work with the external and internal engineering team to author Interface Control Documents (ICD) covering all aspects of payload integration including electrical, data, algorithmic, mechanical, thermal, and optical interfaces
• Facilitate communication between mechanical, thermal, electrical, and software teams to resolve complex integration trades and manage technical risk
• Define and develop payload data calibration algorithms and data products and work with computer vision and flight software engineers to integrate these algorithms into the processing pipeline
• Define on-orbit calibration sequences, initialization procedures, and provide real-time engineering support during nominal operations
• Clearly communicate with customers at design reviews and during the entire payload development lifecycle
• Assist assembly and integration campaigns for space systems flight hardware
• Integrate across numerous teams to collaboratively identify testing requirements to include verification and validation plans
• Develop test plans and procedures for prototype, qualification, and acceptance of space systems flight hardware

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong engineering background from industry and school, ideally in areas/fields such as Systems Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• Experience conducting assembly, integration and test of space payload flight hardware with a focus on performance characterization and requirement verification
• Deep understanding of professional optical test equipment, tools and methodologies with a tie back to the underlying physics
• Experience with advanced payload analyses and laboratory measurements including photon transfer, dark current, radiometry, responsivity, distortion mapping, boresight alignments, non-uniformity corrections, point spread function, modulation transfer function, and more
• Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and detailed requirements
• Capable of solving complex technical problems with little oversight
• Clear communication and organizational skills including documentation and training material
• Experience writing technical documentation, procedures, and reports
• Experience working in cleanroom and ESD-safe environments
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with ImageJ, Python, MATLAB
• Experience with optical test equipment from Labsphere, 4D Technologies, Leica, SORL, and other industry leaders
• Experience with stray light, depth of focus, and supplementary payload analyses
• Experience with optical modeling in tools such as Zemax or Code V
• Experience with RF payload design and testing

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

The Space Domain Awareness Network (SDANet) is an anchor program in the Space organization, growing it’s support footprint from a handful to dozens of telescopes and Early Warning Radar systems globally. We work with mission partners and operators to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD.

The Space team also supports multiple other programs focused on earth sensing, sensor orchestration, and orbital satellite missions in LEO and GEO.

ABOUT THE JOB 

SDANet and other programs are standing up Lattice stacks on AWS and Azure environments to integrate with mission partners.

In this role, you will be responsible for researching, understanding, and planning the deployment strategy into classified government cloud infrastructure. You will design cloud networking and engineering solutions to meet security, cost, and performance requirements, and deploy Anduril software into government infrastructure, promoting it through various stages. A significant part of your duties will involve identifying and triaging Kubernetes issues in the deployed environment, developing response and mitigation plans, and partnering with government platform management to address these issues effectively. You will be tasked with designing and implementing requirements for observability, alerting, and maintenance to ensure smooth operations.

Additionally, you will deliver and maintain accreditation artifacts and standards for the environments and systems you are responsible for. You will stand up and maintain representative environments at the unclassified level for testing and development purposes, and provide direct in-person expertise during mission-critical periods. Ensuring the deployed system meets security and compliance requirements through regular updates and host OS patching will also be part of your responsibilities. Your role is crucial to maintaining the integrity and performance of the deployed infrastructure.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of working experience in DevOps or SRE type roles
• Strongly proficient in utilizing cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Experience with IaC (Terraform, Cloudformation, Puppet, Ansible, etc)
• Strong experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes and Helm
• Deep understanding of networking concepts, TCP/IP protocols, and security best practices
• Programming ability in one or more of the general scripting languages (Python, Go, Bash, Rust, etc)
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and develop internal roadmaps based on the needs of other teams
• Experience deploying complex and scalable infrastructure solutions
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert, or Google Cloud Certified Professional
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Extensive expertise in Kubernetes and Helm
• Hold a DoD 8570 IAT Level 1 or 2 certification
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Experience with government Cyber certification processes
• Experience installing, sustaining, and troubleshooting data systems for DoD or otherwise sensitive customers
• Familiarity with DoD-managed network enclaves (NIPR, SIPR, etc.)
• Military service background (particularly with Space experience)

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

The Space Domain Awareness Network (SDANet) is an anchor program in the Space organization, growing it’s support footprint from a handful to dozens of telescopes and Early Warning Radar systems globally. We work with mission partners and operators to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD.

The Space team also supports multiple other programs focused on earth sensing, sensor orchestration, and orbital satellite missions in LEO and GEO.

ABOUT THE JOB 

SDANet and other programs are standing up Lattice stacks on AWS and Azure environments to integrate with mission partners.

In this role, you will be responsible for researching, understanding, and planning the deployment strategy into classified government cloud infrastructure. You will design cloud networking and engineering solutions to meet security, cost, and performance requirements, and deploy Anduril software into government infrastructure, promoting it through various stages. A significant part of your duties will involve identifying and triaging Kubernetes issues in the deployed environment, developing response and mitigation plans, and partnering with government platform management to address these issues effectively. You will be tasked with designing and implementing requirements for observability, alerting, and maintenance to ensure smooth operations.

Additionally, you will deliver and maintain accreditation artifacts and standards for the environments and systems you are responsible for. You will stand up and maintain representative environments at the unclassified level for testing and development purposes, and provide direct in-person expertise during mission-critical periods. Ensuring the deployed system meets security and compliance requirements through regular updates and host OS patching will also be part of your responsibilities. Your role is crucial to maintaining the integrity and performance of the deployed infrastructure.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years of working experience in DevOps or SRE type roles
• Strongly proficient in utilizing cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Experience with IaC (Terraform, Cloudformation, Puppet, Ansible, etc)
• Strong experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes and Helm
• Deep understanding of networking concepts, TCP/IP protocols, and security best practices
• Programming ability in one or more of the general scripting languages (Python, Go, Bash, Rust, etc)
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work well under pressure
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and develop internal roadmaps based on the needs of other teams
• Experience deploying complex and scalable infrastructure solutions
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert, or Google Cloud Certified Professional
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Extensive expertise in Kubernetes and Helm
• Hold a DoD 8570 IAT Level 1 or 2 certification
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Experience with government Cyber certification processes
• Experience installing, sustaining, and troubleshooting data systems for DoD or otherwise sensitive customers
• Familiarity with DoD-managed network enclaves (NIPR, SIPR, etc.)
• Military service background (particularly with Space experience)

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB 

We are looking for a Computer Vision Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Washington DC. In this role, you will be responsible for working on and understand the design of all perception subsystems to include but not limited to hardware sensors and advanced processing platforms, navigation algorithms, flight software implementation, subsystem integration & test (I&T), and vehicle I&T. The computer vision engineering team will work closely with related teams, including Sensors, GNC, Avionics, Systems, Flight Software, Mission Operations, and Ground Software. The Computer Vision Engineer will work algorithm design, truth and physics modeling, scene rendering, simulation and analysis for a wide variety of spacecraft and space missions to include but not limited to LEO, MEO, GEO, Reentry, and RPOD (Rendezvous Proximity Operations and Docking). The CV Engineer will help lead successful implementation, validation and CV operations of Anduril’s fleet of space vehicles.  This role is directly tied to ongoing, funded programs within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The programs require building and fielding a resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads. We work with mission partners and customers to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Propose and prototype innovative solutions to solve real world problems, leveraging the latest state-of-the-art techniques in the field
• Develop and maintain core libraries and runtime applications
• Integrate classical and geometric methods in computer vision with ML methods
• Work space vehicle CV software and hardware subsystems for various spacecraft efforts in all orbital regimes and work closely with partners for successful implementation
• Develop modern, software-defined approaches to autonomous spacecraft operations with maneuvering capabilities to successfully accomplish mission objectives
• Develop appropriate test plans and procedures to validate the CV system during ground checkout, on-orbit commissioning and operations
• Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality
• Coordinate with end-users, other operators and customers to turn needs into features while balancing user experience with engineering constraints
• Support challenging schedules during ground testing, launch windows and on-orbit operations of the spacecraft systems
• Design of flight software and firmware, algorithms, and simulation products
• Development of space vehicle autonomy tools for dynamic space operations
• Test process development and execution
• Define automated fault detection and responses
• Provide hardware-in-the-loop and monte-carlo simulation capabilities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MS or PhD in Machine Learning, Robotics or Computer Science, Image Science with emphasis on Computer Vision
• BS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Advanced professional experience developing and benchmarking ML algorithms on large-scale datasets
• High proficiency in C++ development in a Linux environment
• Experience in one or more of the following: Objection Detection, Object Tracking, Instance Segmentation, Semantic Segmentation, Semantic Change Detection, Natural Feature Tracking (NFT)
• Experience in one or more of the following: Visual Odometry, SLAM, Multi-view Geometry, Structure from Motion, 3D Geometry, Discriminative Correlation Filters, Stereo, Neural 3D Reconstruction, Multi-band sensor processing, RGB-D and LIDAR Sensor Fusion
• Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and detailed requirements
• Familiarity with terminal guidance, rendezvous proximity operations and docking, orbital mechanics with propulsive spacecraft, and/or spacecraft/missile GNC
• Clear communication and organizational skills including documentation and training material
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Matlab, Simulink, Python, Go, C++ and/or Linux systems
• A desire to work on critical software and hardware designs in the space domain
• Strong preference for candidates possessing computer vision, vision navigation, image processing, feature tracking, SLAM, Open CV, and NFT
• Experience testing CV subsystems in laboratory environments that mimic the space environmental constraints
• Experience with orbital mechanics and resident space object tracking capabilities
• Experience conducting spacecraft operations and satellite command and control with an emphasis on system reliability and uptime
• Experience with testing/validation leveraging FlatSats, Hardware-in-the-Loop testbeds and digital spacecraft simulators through nominal and fault scenarios
• Experience with computer vision and perception algorithms to support GNC operations
• Experience developing 3-DOF simplified and 6-DOF high-fidelity dynamics simulation models used for GNC systems analysis and validation
• Exposure to US satellite operations policy and constraints for relevant mission threads in all orbits

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB 

We are looking for a Computer Vision Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for working on and understand the design of all perception subsystems to include but not limited to hardware sensors and advanced processing platforms, navigation algorithms, flight software implementation, subsystem integration & test (I&T), and vehicle I&T. The computer vision engineering team will work closely with related teams, including Sensors, GNC, Avionics, Systems, Flight Software, Mission Operations, and Ground Software. The Computer Vision Engineer will work algorithm design, truth and physics modeling, scene rendering, simulation and analysis for a wide variety of spacecraft and space missions to include but not limited to LEO, MEO, GEO, Reentry, and RPOD (Rendezvous Proximity Operations and Docking). The CV Engineer will help lead successful implementation, validation and CV operations of Anduril’s fleet of space vehicles.  This role is directly tied to ongoing, funded programs within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The programs require building and fielding a resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads. We work with mission partners and customers to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Propose and prototype innovative solutions to solve real world problems, leveraging the latest state-of-the-art techniques in the field
• Develop and maintain core libraries and runtime applications
• Integrate classical and geometric methods in computer vision with ML methods
• Work space vehicle CV software and hardware subsystems for various spacecraft efforts in all orbital regimes and work closely with partners for successful implementation
• Develop modern, software-defined approaches to autonomous spacecraft operations with maneuvering capabilities to successfully accomplish mission objectives
• Develop appropriate test plans and procedures to validate the CV system during ground checkout, on-orbit commissioning and operations
• Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality
• Coordinate with end-users, other operators and customers to turn needs into features while balancing user experience with engineering constraints
• Support challenging schedules during ground testing, launch windows and on-orbit operations of the spacecraft systems
• Design of flight software and firmware, algorithms, and simulation products
• Development of space vehicle autonomy tools for dynamic space operations
• Test process development and execution
• Define automated fault detection and responses
• Provide hardware-in-the-loop and monte-carlo simulation capabilities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MS or PhD in Machine Learning, Robotics or Computer Science, Image Science with emphasis on Computer Vision
• BS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Advanced professional experience developing and benchmarking ML algorithms on large-scale datasets
• High proficiency in C++ development in a Linux environment
• Experience in one or more of the following: Objection Detection, Object Tracking, Instance Segmentation, Semantic Segmentation, Semantic Change Detection, Natural Feature Tracking (NFT)
• Experience in one or more of the following: Visual Odometry, SLAM, Multi-view Geometry, Structure from Motion, 3D Geometry, Discriminative Correlation Filters, Stereo, Neural 3D Reconstruction, Multi-band sensor processing, RGB-D and LIDAR Sensor Fusion
• Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and detailed requirements
• Familiarity with terminal guidance, rendezvous proximity operations and docking, orbital mechanics with propulsive spacecraft, and/or spacecraft/missile GNC
• Clear communication and organizational skills including documentation and training material
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Matlab, Simulink, Python, Go, C++ and/or Linux systems
• A desire to work on critical software and hardware designs in the space domain
• Strong preference for candidates possessing computer vision, vision navigation, image processing, feature tracking, SLAM, Open CV, and NFT
• Experience testing CV subsystems in laboratory environments that mimic the space environmental constraints
• Experience with orbital mechanics and resident space object tracking capabilities
• Experience conducting spacecraft operations and satellite command and control with an emphasis on system reliability and uptime
• Experience with testing/validation leveraging FlatSats, Hardware-in-the-Loop testbeds and digital spacecraft simulators through nominal and fault scenarios
• Experience with computer vision and perception algorithms to support GNC operations
• Experience developing 3-DOF simplified and 6-DOF high-fidelity dynamics simulation models used for GNC systems analysis and validation
• Exposure to US satellite operations policy and constraints for relevant mission threads in all orbits

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB 

We are looking for a Senior Computer Vision Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Washington DC. In this role, you will be responsible for working on and understand the design of all perception subsystems to include but not limited to hardware sensors and advanced processing platforms, navigation algorithms, flight software implementation, subsystem integration & test (I&T), and vehicle I&T. The computer vision engineering team will work closely with related teams, including Sensors, GNC, Avionics, Systems, Flight Software, Mission Operations, and Ground Software. The Computer Vision Engineer will work algorithm design, truth and physics modeling, scene rendering, simulation and analysis for a wide variety of spacecraft and space missions to include but not limited to LEO, MEO, GEO, Reentry, and RPOD (Rendezvous Proximity Operations and Docking). The CV Engineer will help lead successful implementation, validation and CV operations of Anduril’s fleet of space vehicles.  This role is directly tied to ongoing, funded programs within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The programs require building and fielding a resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads. We work with mission partners and customers to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Propose and prototype innovative solutions to solve real world problems, leveraging the latest state-of-the-art techniques in the field
• Develop and maintain core libraries and runtime applications
• Integrate classical and geometric methods in computer vision with ML methods
• Work space vehicle CV software and hardware subsystems for various spacecraft efforts in all orbital regimes and work closely with partners for successful implementation
• Develop modern, software-defined approaches to autonomous spacecraft operations with maneuvering capabilities to successfully accomplish mission objectives
• Develop appropriate test plans and procedures to validate the CV system during ground checkout, on-orbit commissioning and operations
• Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality
• Coordinate with end-users, other operators and customers to turn needs into features while balancing user experience with engineering constraints
• Support challenging schedules during ground testing, launch windows and on-orbit operations of the spacecraft systems
• Design of flight software and firmware, algorithms, and simulation products
• Development of space vehicle autonomy tools for dynamic space operations
• Test process development and execution
• Define automated fault detection and responses
• Provide hardware-in-the-loop and monte-carlo simulation capabilities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MS or PhD in Machine Learning, Robotics or Computer Science, Image Science with emphasis on Computer Vision
• BS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Advanced professional experience developing and benchmarking ML algorithms on large-scale datasets
• High proficiency in C++ development in a Linux environment
• Experience in one or more of the following: Objection Detection, Object Tracking, Instance Segmentation, Semantic Segmentation, Semantic Change Detection, Natural Feature Tracking (NFT)
• Experience in one or more of the following: Visual Odometry, SLAM, Multi-view Geometry, Structure from Motion, 3D Geometry, Discriminative Correlation Filters, Stereo, Neural 3D Reconstruction, Multi-band sensor processing, RGB-D and LIDAR Sensor Fusion
• Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and detailed requirements
• Familiarity with terminal guidance, rendezvous proximity operations and docking, orbital mechanics with propulsive spacecraft, and/or spacecraft/missile GNC
• Clear communication and organizational skills including documentation and training material
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Matlab, Simulink, Python, Go, C++ and/or Linux systems
• A desire to work on critical software and hardware designs in the space domain
• Strong preference for candidates possessing computer vision, vision navigation, image processing, feature tracking, SLAM, Open CV, and NFT
• Experience testing CV subsystems in laboratory environments that mimic the space environmental constraints
• Experience with orbital mechanics and resident space object tracking capabilities
• Experience conducting spacecraft operations and satellite command and control with an emphasis on system reliability and uptime
• Experience with testing/validation leveraging FlatSats, Hardware-in-the-Loop testbeds and digital spacecraft simulators through nominal and fault scenarios
• Experience with computer vision and perception algorithms to support GNC operations
• Experience developing 3-DOF simplified and 6-DOF high-fidelity dynamics simulation models used for GNC systems analysis and validation
• Exposure to US satellite operations policy and constraints for relevant mission threads in all orbits

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB 

We are looking for a Senior Computer Vision Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for working on and understand the design of all perception subsystems to include but not limited to hardware sensors and advanced processing platforms, navigation algorithms, flight software implementation, subsystem integration & test (I&T), and vehicle I&T. The computer vision engineering team will work closely with related teams, including Sensors, GNC, Avionics, Systems, Flight Software, Mission Operations, and Ground Software. The Computer Vision Engineer will work algorithm design, truth and physics modeling, scene rendering, simulation and analysis for a wide variety of spacecraft and space missions to include but not limited to LEO, MEO, GEO, Reentry, and RPOD (Rendezvous Proximity Operations and Docking). The CV Engineer will help lead successful implementation, validation and CV operations of Anduril’s fleet of space vehicles.  This role is directly tied to ongoing, funded programs within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The programs require building and fielding a resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads. We work with mission partners and customers to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Propose and prototype innovative solutions to solve real world problems, leveraging the latest state-of-the-art techniques in the field
• Develop and maintain core libraries and runtime applications
• Integrate classical and geometric methods in computer vision with ML methods
• Work space vehicle CV software and hardware subsystems for various spacecraft efforts in all orbital regimes and work closely with partners for successful implementation
• Develop modern, software-defined approaches to autonomous spacecraft operations with maneuvering capabilities to successfully accomplish mission objectives
• Develop appropriate test plans and procedures to validate the CV system during ground checkout, on-orbit commissioning and operations
• Collaborate across multiple teams to plan, build, and test complex functionality
• Coordinate with end-users, other operators and customers to turn needs into features while balancing user experience with engineering constraints
• Support challenging schedules during ground testing, launch windows and on-orbit operations of the spacecraft systems
• Design of flight software and firmware, algorithms, and simulation products
• Development of space vehicle autonomy tools for dynamic space operations
• Test process development and execution
• Define automated fault detection and responses
• Provide hardware-in-the-loop and monte-carlo simulation capabilities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• MS or PhD in Machine Learning, Robotics or Computer Science, Image Science with emphasis on Computer Vision
• BS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Advanced professional experience developing and benchmarking ML algorithms on large-scale datasets
• High proficiency in C++ development in a Linux environment
• Experience in one or more of the following: Objection Detection, Object Tracking, Instance Segmentation, Semantic Segmentation, Semantic Change Detection, Natural Feature Tracking (NFT)
• Experience in one or more of the following: Visual Odometry, SLAM, Multi-view Geometry, Structure from Motion, 3D Geometry, Discriminative Correlation Filters, Stereo, Neural 3D Reconstruction, Multi-band sensor processing, RGB-D and LIDAR Sensor Fusion
• Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and detailed requirements
• Familiarity with terminal guidance, rendezvous proximity operations and docking, orbital mechanics with propulsive spacecraft, and/or spacecraft/missile GNC
• Clear communication and organizational skills including documentation and training material
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Matlab, Simulink, Python, Go, C++ and/or Linux systems
• A desire to work on critical software and hardware designs in the space domain
• Strong preference for candidates possessing computer vision, vision navigation, image processing, feature tracking, SLAM, Open CV, and NFT
• Experience testing CV subsystems in laboratory environments that mimic the space environmental constraints
• Experience with orbital mechanics and resident space object tracking capabilities
• Experience conducting spacecraft operations and satellite command and control with an emphasis on system reliability and uptime
• Experience with testing/validation leveraging FlatSats, Hardware-in-the-Loop testbeds and digital spacecraft simulators through nominal and fault scenarios
• Experience with computer vision and perception algorithms to support GNC operations
• Experience developing 3-DOF simplified and 6-DOF high-fidelity dynamics simulation models used for GNC systems analysis and validation
• Exposure to US satellite operations policy and constraints for relevant mission threads in all orbits

ABOUT THE TEAM 

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are hiring a Technical Program Manager for our Space business line. The Technical Program Manager will lead day-to-day execution of program initiatives and tasks – working with Business Operations to manage the budget and schedule, as well as with the customer, and the Growth team to satisfy the technical objectives while meeting all of the contractual requirements.

This role is directly tied to an ongoing, funded program within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The program requires building and fielding a resilient, software-defined, distributed mesh networking layer and C2 capabilities for critical Space Domain Awareness data. We work with mission partners and operators to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Ownership: TPMs are owners; we’re looking for those who have a natural bias to assume responsibility, a healthy dose of skepticism, and contribute to a culture of performance. Lead the project from start to finish with the customer and the engineering team. Develop the technical path for success, identify engineering needs, and validate the projected product outcome with the customer. TPMs are empowered to quickly assume high levels of responsibility and entrust them to actively own their account and shape its success.
• Embed/Engage: Work side-by-side with our customers to understand their specific mission challenges and represent the customer as you work with Anduril engineers to shape products that solve critical national and international security challenges. Anduril engineers rely on TPMs to understand the lay of the land and bring a perspective that informs the product development process.
• Build/Orchestrate: Work with Anduril engineers to build the solution and/or pivot development as needed to meet client needs. Successfully developing our complex hardware and software products requires collaborating with nearly every internal Anduril team - engineering, product, logistics, finance, legal, contracting, technical operations, and many more. You’ll be responsible for ensuring each party is engaged and informed, and will therefore become well-versed in what it takes to really bring the best of Anduril to our customers.
• Plan: Develop, coordinate and communicate the path to success with both internal and external partners. Work with clients and engineers to build sprint plans, execution plans, milestones.
• Grow our business through customer success: In addition to the operational and executive relationships you own, you will be responsible for meeting commercial targets that drive top line growth. This requires establishing committed and trust-based partnerships with our customers to not only help them solve their immediate problems, but also to foresee future opportunities where Anduril’s technology can make them more effective. Understanding Anduril’s value proposition and articulating how we can have an impact on a customer’s problem set, from the executive level to the end user, is critical to positioning Anduril for the future.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience designing, developing, or leading complex software development programs in support of advanced C2 capabilities in any domain
• Demonstrated experience managing software products through direct end user engagement over a prolonged, iterative development cycle
• B.S. (minimum) in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
• 4+ years relevant industry experience
• Experience with the deployment and integration of sophisticated hardware and software systems
• Experience with building and leading cross-functional teams
• Adaptive and introspective; willing to learn, teach, lead and follow
• Comfortable with setting and achieving goals in an amorphous environment
• Comfortable with working in limited resource environments
• Prior systems engineering or software integration experience is a plus
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Understanding of existing systems architectures that support ground and orbital systems contributing to Space Domain Awareness and Space Control
• Operational experience and understanding of the Joint Targeting Cycle with regard to Space Warfighting capabilities and concepts of operations
• Broad understanding of current and emerging capabilities deployed within the Space domain
• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams to successful completion of projects
• Able to perform in fast paced environment
• Collaborative problem solving to achieve work goals
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Experience with Microsoft Project or equivalent project management software
• Ability to organize, prioritize and simplify complex problems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
• Lead team to develop solutions to complex, time sensitive problems
• Maintain customer relationship with timely, accurate, and meaningful communications
• Creation of project proposals, program plans, reports, and process documentation

ABOUT THE TEAM 

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are hiring a Senior Technical Program Manager for our Space business line.The Senior Technical Program Manager will lead day-to-day execution of program initiatives and tasks – working with Business Operations to manage the budget and schedule, as well as with the customer, and the Growth team to satisfy the technical objectives while meeting all of the contractual requirements.

This role is directly tied to an ongoing, funded program within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The program requires building and fielding a resilient, software-defined, distributed mesh networking layer and C2 capabilities for critical Space Domain Awareness data. We work with mission partners and operators to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Ownership: TPMs are owners; we’re looking for those who have a natural bias to assume responsibility, a healthy dose of skepticism, and contribute to a culture of performance. Lead the project from start to finish with the customer and the engineering team. Develop the technical path for success, identify engineering needs, and validate the projected product outcome with the customer. TPMs are empowered to quickly assume high levels of responsibility and entrust them to actively own their account and shape its success.
• Embed/Engage: Work side-by-side with our customers to understand their specific mission challenges and represent the customer as you work with Anduril engineers to shape products that solve critical national and international security challenges. Anduril engineers rely on TPMs to understand the lay of the land and bring a perspective that informs the product development process.
• Build/Orchestrate: Work with Anduril engineers to build the solution and/or pivot development as needed to meet client needs. Successfully developing our complex hardware and software products requires collaborating with nearly every internal Anduril team - engineering, product, logistics, finance, legal, contracting, technical operations, and many more. You’ll be responsible for ensuring each party is engaged and informed, and will therefore become well-versed in what it takes to really bring the best of Anduril to our customers.
• Plan: Develop, coordinate and communicate the path to success with both internal and external partners. Work with clients and engineers to build sprint plans, execution plans, milestones.
• Grow our business through customer success: In addition to the operational and executive relationships you own, you will be responsible for meeting commercial targets that drive top line growth. This requires establishing committed and trust-based partnerships with our customers to not only help them solve their immediate problems, but also to foresee future opportunities where Anduril’s technology can make them more effective. Understanding Anduril’s value proposition and articulating how we can have an impact on a customer’s problem set, from the executive level to the end user, is critical to positioning Anduril for the future.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience designing, developing, or leading complex software development programs in support of advanced C2 capabilities in any domain
• Demonstrated experience managing software products through direct end user engagement over a prolonged, iterative development cycle
• B.S. (minimum) in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
• 8+ years relevant industry experience
• Experience with the deployment and integration of sophisticated hardware and software systems
• Experience with building and leading cross-functional teams
• Adaptive and introspective; willing to learn, teach, lead and follow
• Comfortable with setting and achieving goals in an amorphous environment
• Comfortable with working in limited resource environments
• Prior systems engineering or software integration experience is a plus
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Understanding of existing systems architectures that support ground and orbital systems contributing to Space Domain Awareness and Space Control
• Operational experience and understanding of the Joint Targeting Cycle with regard to Space Warfighting capabilities and concepts of operations
• Broad understanding of current and emerging capabilities deployed within the Space domain
• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams to successful completion of projects
• Able to perform in fast paced environment
• Collaborative problem solving to achieve work goals
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Experience with Microsoft Project or equivalent project management software
• Ability to organize, prioritize and simplify complex problems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
• Lead team to develop solutions to complex, time sensitive problems
• Maintain customer relationship with timely, accurate, and meaningful communications
• Creation of project proposals, program plans, reports, and process documentation

Software Systems Test Engineer, Space

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Software Systems Test Engineer for our Space team, you will be instrumental in designing, building, and deploying the cutting-edge software and infrastructure that verifies the functionality and performance of our integrated space systems and flight hardware. This role focuses on creating robust, extensible, and automated test platforms and software, intended to be used by Anduril engineers for testing at all levels of integration, including unit-level testing, bus testing, testing technology-differentiated payloads, and testing full space vehicle systems. You will be called to apply best practices in systems architecture and software development to address the complexity of modern software ecosystems, ensuring test software is resilient, maintainable, extensible, and highly automated. You will be responsible for architecting and executing software solutions for test execution, data collection, analysis, remote monitoring, and fleet-level reporting.

This role is directly tied to ongoing, funded programs within Anduril’s Space Business Line. These programs require building and fielding resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads. We work with mission partners and operators to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Architect and develop cloud-based software tools for automated space system test execution, data collection, analysis, remote monitoring, and fleet-level reporting, with an emphasis on extensibility and maintainability.
• Design and build automated test software platforms for use by other Anduril engineers to verify hardware modules, buses, payloads, and full space vehicle systems.
• Develop and maintain robust test reporting systems, ensuring test results are easy to investigate and providing clear logging for troubleshooting and anomaly resolution.
• Create and analyze metrics that are leveraged for debugging and monitoring of test system performance.
• Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to integrate test software with satellite hardware, software, and firmware.
• Integrate test software across numerous teams, collaboratively identifying testing requirements and defining verification and validation strategies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Experience in designing, developing, and deploying automated test software and systems architecture for complex hardware, ideally in aerospace or robotics.
• Experience with cloud-based development, infrastructure, and data analysis tools.
• Proven ability to design for extensibility, maintainability, and resilience in software platforms.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C/C++, or similar, for developing robust test automation solutions.
• Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex systems and detailed requirements.
• Capable of solving complex technical problems with little oversight.
• Clear communication and organizational skills, including writing technical documentation and training material.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced expertise with Python, Go, Rust, or C++.
• Experience with deployment tooling like Kubernetes, OpenShift, or Helm.
• Experience developing distributed systems or microservices for test infrastructure.
• Understanding of sensors and data acquisition electronics, with experience in developing software interfaces for them.
• Experience with testing/validation leveraging FlatSats, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL) testbeds.

ABOUT THE TEAM
Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

The Space Domain Awareness Network (SDANet) is the anchor program in the Space organization, growing it’s support footprint from a handful to dozens of telescopes and Early Warning Radar systems globally. We work with mission partners and operators to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally-relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD.

ABOUT THE JOB
For SDANet to meet its mission objectives, a scalable deployment solution must be reached. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will re-imagine the infrastructure pipeline required to convert a nascent rollout process into a hardened test and release pipeline. An end-to-end solution involves developing a through line from pure software testing, to hardware, that is pushed from unclassified to classified spaces and rolled out to a fleet of Kubernetes nodes.

You will be expected to wear the hat of a product manager, speaking to software developers, to discern bottlenecks in the development process to accelerate their velocity. You will develop modular CI/CD and developer capabilities to support newly formed programs in the Space organization.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Strongly proficient in utilizing cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Configuring of Linux-based systems.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Have an intuition for finding solutions to complex problems that involve multiple first and third party technologies (related to simulation, data management, compute infrastructure, and networking).
• Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Robotics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strongly proficient in utilizing cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Configuring of Linux-based systems.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Have an intuition for finding solutions to complex problems that involve multiple first and third party technologies (related to simulation, data management, compute infrastructure, and networking)
• Strong engineering background from industry or school, ideally in areas/fields such as Robotics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with deploying AWS environments, using EC2, VPC, S3, ECS/EKS, CloudWatch, AWS Config, IAM, Load Balancers and Cost Management.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following: Go, Rust, C++, Python.
• Experience with hardware integration testing.
• Track record of working with customers to deliver novel software capabilities.
• Experience or knowledge in network topology design, IT network engineering, and embedded device security.
• Experience with Nix, NixOS, nixpkgs.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB 

We are hiring a Senior Technical Program Manager for our Space business line. The Technical Program Manager will lead day-to-day execution of program initiatives and tasks – working with Business Operations to manage the budget and schedule, as well as with the customer, and the Growth team to satisfy the technical objectives while meeting all of the contractual requirements.

This role is directly tied to a series of on-going orbital programs and active pursuits across Anduril’s Space Business Line. These programs require executing on multiple space system development and delivery contracts along with capture efforts across multiple dynamic space operations missions.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Ownership: TPMs are owners; we’re looking for those who have a natural bias to assume responsibility, a healthy dose of skepticism, and contribute to a culture of performance. Lead the project from start to finish with the customer and the engineering team. Develop the technical path for success, identify engineering needs, and validate the projected product outcome with the customer. TPMs are empowered to quickly assume high levels of responsibility and entrust them to actively own their account and shape its success.
• Embed/Engage: Work side-by-side with our customers to understand their specific mission challenges and represent the customer as you work with Anduril engineers to shape products that solve critical national and international security challenges. Anduril engineers rely on TPMs to understand the lay of the land and bring a perspective that informs the product development process.
• Build/Orchestrate: Work with Anduril engineers to build the solution and/or pivot development as needed to meet client needs. Successfully developing our complex hardware and software products requires collaborating with nearly every internal Anduril team - engineering, product, logistics, finance, legal, contracting, technical operations, and many more. You’ll be responsible for ensuring each party is engaged and informed, and will therefore become well-versed in what it takes to really bring the best of Anduril to our customers.
• Plan: Develop, coordinate and communicate the path to success with both internal and external partners. Work with clients and engineers to build sprint plans, execution plans, milestones.
• Grow our business through customer success: In addition to the operational and executive relationships you own, you will be responsible for meeting commercial targets that drive top line growth. This requires establishing committed and trust-based partnerships with our customers to not only help them solve their immediate problems, but also to foresee future opportunities where Anduril’s technology can make them more effective. Understanding Anduril’s value proposition and articulating how we can have an impact on a customer’s problem set, from the executive level to the end user, is critical to positioning Anduril for the future.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated experience executing engineering or program management responsibilities for Space hardware, payloads, subsystems, or satellites
• Strong understanding of space systems engineering, environmental considerations, and requirements verification and validation
• Experience with the deployment and integration of sophisticated hardware and software systems - particularly for national security space systems
• B.S. (minimum) in Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
• 8+ years relevant industry experience
• CAPM or PMP certification a plus
• Experience with building and leading cross-functional teams
• Adaptive and introspective; willing to learn, teach, lead and follow.
• Comfortable with setting and achieving goals in an amorphous environment.
• Comfortable with working in limited resource environments.
• Prior engineering work on space systems is a plus
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams to successful completion of projects
• Able to perform in fast paced environment
• Collaborative problem solving to achieve work goals
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Experience with Microsoft Project or equivalent project management software
• Ability to organize, prioritize and simplify complex problems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
• Lead team to develop solutions to complex, time sensitive problems
• Maintain customer relationship with timely, accurate, and meaningful communications
• Creation of project proposals, program plans, reports, and process documentation

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Modeling and Simulation Engineer, you will own the understanding and design of the mission solution which includes designing mission trajectories, building models to help craft mission solutions, and developing simulations to solve key mission needs. You will carefully listen to stakeholder needs and then design rigorous math and physics analyses leading to clear and compelling value propositions. You will work closely with related teams, including Systems Engineering, GNC, Propulsion, Communications, Flight Software, Mission Operations, and others. You will lead physics-level modeling, mission design, constellation design, simulation and analysis for a wide variety of space missions.

This role is directly tied to ongoing, funded programs within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The programs require building and fielding a resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads. We work with mission partners and customers to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop model-driven analysis (and often the models themselves)
• Develop a deep understanding of transformational value of Anduril platform, autonomy, simulation, and perception products
• Use our advanced internal M&S capabilities to give our analyses an asymmetric advantage over competitors
• Convey the value through life of AI-powered distributed systems over traditional industrial offerings
• Provide rigorous analytical products which will be used to guide hardware engineering and convince stakeholders of our value advantage

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Space Mission MS&A experience - for example, working knowledge of constellation design, space trajectory design, and physics-level modeling across a wide variety of space missions
• Spacecraft & Payload MS&A experience— ability to perform physics-based trade-space analyses for spacecraft propulsion, power, thermal management, and payloads such as RADAR, SATCOM, and/or EOIR
• Outstanding communication skills to include visual presentation of complex data
• Strong background in orbital mechanics and space environment
• Proficiency with physics-math scripting (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python+numpy, scipy)
• Strong engineering background, preferably in Astrodynamics, Aerospace Engineering, Dynamics and Controls Engineering, or other related engineering field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years in a relevant Science/Engineering field
• Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO) Trajectory Design & Space Payloads experience
• Exceptional proficiency with physics-math scripting of your choice (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python+numpy, scipy)
• Proficiency with STK and Astrogator
• Experience with genetic algorithms, machine learning, AI, and reinforcement learning algorithms

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Discovery team at Anduril is at the forefront of incubating and maturing high-potential, software-defined, AI-native offerings that meet the toughest, newest challenges across hardware, software, space, and cyber domains. We're the architects of mission autonomy and mesh networking, delivering scalable hardware solutions that meet some of the most urgent national security needs. By working hand-in-hand with elite teams in Perception, AI, Motion Planning, Hardware, Test Engineering, Space, Networking, and Vehicle hardware, we craft cutting-edge, end-to-end systems that redefine mission success.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Staff Modeling and Simulation Engineer, you will own the understanding and design of the mission solution which includes designing mission trajectories, building models to help craft mission solutions, and developing simulations to solve key mission needs. You will carefully listen to stakeholder needs and then design rigorous math and physics analyses leading to clear and compelling value propositions. You will work closely with related teams, including Systems Engineering, GNC, Software, Mission Operations, Hardware Engineering and others. You will lead physics-level modeling, mission design, constellation design, simulation and analysis for a wide variety of defense missions.

This role is directly tied to ongoing, funded programs within Anduril’s Discovery Business Line. The programs require building and fielding a resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads. We work with mission partners and customers to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop model-driven analysis (and often the models themselves)
• Develop a deep understanding of transformational value of Anduril platform, autonomy, simulation, and perception products
• Use our advanced internal M&S capabilities to give our analyses an asymmetric advantage over competitors
• Convey the value through life of AI-powered distributed systems over traditional industrial offerings
• Provide rigorous analytical products which will be used to guide hardware engineering and convince stakeholders of our value advantage

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
• Strong domain experience in fields like missile defense, Space, radar, sensor fusion, etc. 
• Proven track record of independently owning and executing program deliverables with little to no management
• Outstanding communication skills to include visual presentation of complex data
• Proficiency with physics-math scripting (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python+numpy, scipy)
• Strong engineering background, preferably in Astrodynamics, Aerospace Engineering, Dynamics and Controls Engineering, or other related engineering field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years in a relevant Science/Engineering field
• Space Mission MS&A experience - for example, working knowledge of constellation design, space trajectory design, and physics-level modeling across a wide variety of space missions
• Spacecraft & Payload MS&A experience— ability to perform physics-based trade-space analyses for spacecraft propulsion, power, thermal management, and payloads such as RADAR, SATCOM, and/or EOIR
• Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO) Trajectory Design & Space Payloads experience
• Strong background in orbital mechanics and space environment
• Exceptional proficiency with physics-math scripting of your choice (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python+numpy, scipy)
• Proficiency with STK and Astrogator
• Proficiency with AFSIM
• Experience with genetic algorithms, machine learning, AI, and reinforcement learning algorithms

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested warfighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer, you will own the understanding and design of the mission solution which includes designing mission trajectories, building models to help craft mission solutions, and developing simulations to solve key mission needs. You will carefully listen to stakeholder needs and then design rigorous math and physics analyses leading to clear and compelling value propositions. You will work closely with related teams, including Systems Engineering, GNC, Propulsion, Communications, Flight Software, Mission Operations, and others. You will lead physics-level modeling, mission design, constellation design, simulation and analysis for a wide variety of space missions.

This role is directly tied to ongoing, funded programs within Anduril’s Space Business Line. The programs require building and fielding a resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads. We work with mission partners and customers to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop model-driven analysis (and often the models themselves)
• Develop a deep understanding of transformational value of Anduril platform, autonomy, simulation, and perception products
• Use our advanced internal M&S capabilities to give our analyses an asymmetric advantage over competitors
• Convey the value through life of AI-powered distributed systems over traditional industrial offerings
• Provide rigorous analytical products which will be used to guide hardware engineering and convince stakeholders of our value advantage

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Space Mission MS&A experience - for example, working knowledge of constellation design, space trajectory design, and physics-level modeling across a wide variety of space missions
• Spacecraft & Payload MS&A experience— ability to perform physics-based trade-space analyses for spacecraft propulsion, power, thermal management, and payloads such as RADAR, SATCOM, and/or EOIR
• Outstanding communication skills to include visual presentation of complex data
• Strong background in orbital mechanics and space environment
• Proficiency with physics-math scripting (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python+numpy, scipy)
• Strong engineering background, preferably in Astrodynamics, Aerospace Engineering, Dynamics and Controls Engineering, or other related engineering field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years in a relevant Science/Engineering field
• Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO) Trajectory Design & Space Payloads experience
• Exceptional proficiency with physics-math scripting of your choice (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python+numpy, scipy)
• Proficiency with STK and Astrogator
• Experience with genetic algorithms, machine learning, AI, and reinforcement learning algorithms

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Discovery team at Anduril is at the forefront of incubating and maturing high-potential, software-defined, AI-native offerings that meet the toughest, newest challenges across hardware, software, space, and cyber domains. We're the architects of mission autonomy and mesh networking, delivering scalable hardware solutions that meet some of the most urgent national security needs. By working hand-in-hand with elite teams in Perception, AI, Motion Planning, Hardware, Test Engineering, Space, Networking, and Vehicle hardware, we craft cutting-edge, end-to-end systems that redefine mission success.

ABOUT THE JOB

As a Staff Modeling and Simulation Engineer, you will own the understanding and design of the mission solution which includes designing mission trajectories, building models to help craft mission solutions, and developing simulations to solve key mission needs. You will carefully listen to stakeholder needs and then design rigorous math and physics analyses leading to clear and compelling value propositions. You will work closely with related teams, including Systems Engineering, GNC, Software, Mission Operations, Hardware Engineering and others. You will lead physics-level modeling, mission design, constellation design, simulation and analysis for a wide variety of defense missions.

This role is directly tied to ongoing, funded programs within Anduril’s Discovery Business Line. The programs require building and fielding a resilient, software-defined spacecraft systems across numerous mission threads. We work with mission partners and customers to deploy reliable and robust capabilities on operationally relevant fielding timelines to meet complex challenges across the DOD and IC.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop model-driven analysis (and often the models themselves)
• Develop a deep understanding of transformational value of Anduril platform, autonomy, simulation, and perception products
• Use our advanced internal M&S capabilities to give our analyses an asymmetric advantage over competitors
• Convey the value through life of AI-powered distributed systems over traditional industrial offerings
• Provide rigorous analytical products which will be used to guide hardware engineering and convince stakeholders of our value advantage

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
• Strong domain experience in fields like missile defense, Space, radar, sensor fusion, etc. 
• Proven track record of independently owning and executing program deliverables with little to no management
• Outstanding communication skills to include visual presentation of complex data
• Proficiency with physics-math scripting (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python+numpy, scipy)
• Strong engineering background, preferably in Astrodynamics, Aerospace Engineering, Dynamics and Controls Engineering, or other related engineering field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years in a relevant Science/Engineering field
• Space Mission MS&A experience - for example, working knowledge of constellation design, space trajectory design, and physics-level modeling across a wide variety of space missions
• Spacecraft & Payload MS&A experience— ability to perform physics-based trade-space analyses for spacecraft propulsion, power, thermal management, and payloads such as RADAR, SATCOM, and/or EOIR
• Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO) Trajectory Design & Space Payloads experience
• Strong background in orbital mechanics and space environment
• Exceptional proficiency with physics-math scripting of your choice (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python+numpy, scipy)
• Proficiency with STK and Astrogator
• Proficiency with AFSIM
• Experience with genetic algorithms, machine learning, AI, and reinforcement learning algorithms

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer, Space to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be help lead development of technical strategy and roadmapping in conjunction with the Chief Engineer of Space Missions and the Growth/Strategy leads of the Orbital Systems team that effectively leverages current Anduril technologies and newly developed technologies to serve the customer mission areas. This role will address pre-award demonstrations, early contract phases, and full-contract execution. The Senior Systems Engineer, working with a multi-disciplinary engineering team, will ensure the efficient development and delivery of hardware and software solutions for the customer.

These efforts will include leading complex, integrated systems for on-orbit operations and demonstrations to include sub-contracted teammates and strategic partnerships. The systems engineer will need to facilitate effective technical development and integration that spans company-boundaries in an agile development approach in the context of a continuous integration/continuous deployment paradigm. They will need to balance development of new capabilities with the incorporation of several pre-existing Anduril capabilities and need to effectively communicate the development status to customers.

The Senior Systems Engineer will be responsible for technical oversight of all aspects of program execution from proposals to SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR, assembly, qualification testing, and delivery of flight units for launch. The Senior Systems Engineer in conjunction with the Chief Engineer of Space Missions will assist in building out the necessary infrastructure for Anduril to execute on all necessary aspects of satellite and payload build and test to include working with external vendors for establishing test requirements and pass/fail criteria. The Senior Systems Engineer will also work closely with the Anduril Space C2 team to enable and deliver Space Ground C2 products to both the customer and to further Anduril’s penetration into customer ecosystems.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Drive technical expertise across multiple spacecraft subsystems including bus and payloads
• Leverage strategic partnerships and teammates for building out new products to satisfy customer requirements in new and challenging mission areas
• Provide space industry expertise to refine and advance the Anduril Space and Orbital Systems strategy for growing the organization
• Generate technical inputs to proposals to include engineering execution plans
• Provide oversight to a multi-disciplinary team of engineers through all phases of program execution up to and including delivery and operation of capabilities on-orbit
• Perform mission and system level trade studies and analysis to balance risk, cost, and performance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced experience in architecting, developing, and delivering defense/IC satellite and space hardware and software systems
• Thorough understanding of the recent/current technical state of key USSF and IC space systems and mission areas
• Demonstrated ability to decompose complex systems with competing objectives (e.g., performance, schedule, openness, cybersecurity, MLS) into executable requirements and execution then delivering on those to meet government expectations
• Experience with spacecraft standards for qualification testing and acceptance testing to include the use of GEVS, SMC-S-016 (MIL- STD-1540), etc
• Experience with US government space mission areas and associated CONOPS for successfully executing missions to enable space for the warfighter
• Design and development of space vehicle and payload architectures and detailed mission solutions to complex space domain challenges
• Strong technical communication skills, providing the ability to deliver critical technical briefings and conclusions to technical leadership, company leadership, and customers
• Strong technical fundamentals in space systems, space ground infrastructure, and product development
• Technical experience leading US Government contracts
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience delivering spacecraft flight hardware
• On-orbit mission operations of satellites and/or associated payloads

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Systems Engineer, Space to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for developing a technical strategy and roadmap in conjunction with the Chief Engineer of Space Missions and the Growth/Strategy leads of the Orbital Systems team that effectively leverages current Anduril technologies and newly developed technologies to serve the customer mission areas. This role will address pre-award demonstrations, early contract phases, and full-contract execution. The Systems Engineer, working with a multi-disciplinary engineering team, will ensure the efficient development and delivery of hardware and software solutions for the customer.

These efforts will include leading complex, integrated systems for on-orbit operations and demonstrations to include sub-contracted teammates and strategic partnerships. The systems engineer will need to facilitate effective technical development and integration that spans company-boundaries in an agile development approach in the context of a continuous integration/continuous deployment paradigm. They will need to balance development of new capabilities with the incorporation of several pre-existing Anduril capabilities and need to effectively communicate the development status to customers.

The Systems Engineer will be responsible for technical oversight of all aspects of program execution from proposals to SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR, assembly, qualification testing, and delivery of flight units for launch. The Systems Engineer in conjunction with the Chief Engineer of Space Missions will assist in building out the necessary infrastructure for Anduril to execute on all necessary aspects of satellite and payload build and test to include working with external vendors for establishing test requirements and pass/fail criteria. The Systems Engineer will also work closely with the Anduril Space C2 team to enable and deliver Space Ground C2 products to both the customer and to further Anduril’s penetration into customer ecosystems.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Provide technical expertise across multiple spacecraft subsystems including bus and payloads
• Leverage strategic partnerships and teammates for building out new products to satisfy customer requirements in new and challenging mission areas
• Provide space industry expertise to refine and advance the Anduril Space and Orbital Systems strategy for growing the organization
• Contribute technical inputs to proposals to include engineering execution plans
• Provide oversight to a multi-disciplinary team of engineers through all phases of program execution up to and including delivery and operation of capabilities on-orbit
• Perform mission and system level trade studies and analysis to balance risk, cost, and performance

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in architecting, developing, and delivering defense/IC satellite and space hardware and software systems
• Understanding of the recent/current technical state of key USSF and IC space systems and mission areas
• Demonstrated ability to decompose complex systems with competing objectives (e.g., performance, schedule, openness, cybersecurity, MLS) into executable requirements and execution then delivering on those to meet government expectations
• Experience with spacecraft standards for qualification testing and acceptance testing to include the use of GEVS, SMC-S-016 (MIL- STD-1540), etc
• Experience with US government space mission areas and associated CONOPS for successfully executing missions to enable space for the warfighter
• Design and development of space vehicle and payload architectures and detailed mission solutions to complex space domain challenges
• Strong technical communication skills, providing the ability to deliver critical technical briefings and conclusions to technical leadership, company leadership, and customers
• Strong technical fundamentals in space systems, space ground infrastructure, and product development
• Technical experience leading US Government contracts
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience delivering spacecraft flight hardware
• On-orbit mission operations of satellites and/or associated payloads

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own the thermal design, analysis, test, and associated component vendor management of a space hardware development program.
• Use first principles as a basis for every decision and discern the right level of analysis to apply. Execute hand calculations, spreadsheet, and MATLAB/Python first-order models to inform path forward before jumping into detailed design.
• Define good thermal architecture to withstand the space environments. Define and quantify hot, cold, and any other edge cases that drive the system.
• Communicate pros/cons of system architecture with respect to thermal considerations.
• Present thermal status at formal reviews internally and with customers. Provide clear understanding of timelines and technical status.
• Develop internal tools to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of analysis.
• Develop, prepare, and execute thermal tests to inform analysis and reduce risk on key hardware assemblies.
• Develop a database of materials, thermal properties, and vendors of thermal hardware for use in space.
• Support failure reviews and root-cause analysis with test data and thermal analysis.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS, MS, or higher degree in engineering, applied physics, or hard science
• Demonstrated knowledge of heat transfer in academic and/or professional setting
• Proficiency in Thermal Desktop or equivalent thermal simulation tool
• Hands on experience prototyping hardware and conducting thermal tests. Experience with CAD, selecting instrumentation, post-processing data, correlating models
• CAD experience (Siemens NX preferred)
• Passion for defending the United States and her allies
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years professional experience as a thermal analyst using Thermal Desktop
• Design or test experience on a space platform
• Experience developing code in higher-level languages like Python or MATLAB for applications like lumped thermal capacitance steady state and transient analysis
• Be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own the thermal design, analysis, test, and associated component vendor management of a space hardware development program.
• Use first principles as a basis for every decision and discern the right level of analysis to apply. Execute hand calculations, spreadsheet, and MATLAB/Python first-order models to inform path forward before jumping into detailed design.
• Define good thermal architecture to withstand the space environments. Define and quantify hot, cold, and any other edge cases that drive the system.
• Communicate pros/cons of system architecture with respect to thermal considerations.
• Present thermal status at formal reviews internally and with customers. Provide clear understanding of timelines and technical status.
• Develop internal tools to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of analysis.
• Develop, prepare, and execute thermal tests to inform analysis and reduce risk on key hardware assemblies.
• Develop a database of materials, thermal properties, and vendors of thermal hardware for use in space.
• Support failure reviews and root-cause analysis with test data and thermal analysis.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS, MS, or higher degree in engineering, applied physics, or hard science
• Demonstrated knowledge of heat transfer in academic and/or professional setting
• Proficiency in Thermal Desktop or equivalent thermal simulation tool
• Hands on experience prototyping hardware and conducting thermal tests. Experience with CAD, selecting instrumentation, post-processing data, correlating models
• CAD experience (Siemens NX preferred)
• Passion for defending the United States and her allies
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years professional experience as a thermal analyst using Thermal Desktop
• Design or test experience on a space platform
• Experience developing code in higher-level languages like Python or MATLAB for applications like lumped thermal capacitance steady state and transient analysis
• Be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own the thermal design, analysis, test, and associated component vendor management of a space hardware development program.
• Use first principles as a basis for every decision and discern the right level of analysis to apply. Execute hand calculations, spreadsheet, and MATLAB/Python first-order models to inform path forward before jumping into detailed design.
• Define good thermal architecture to withstand the space environments. Define and quantify hot, cold, and any other edge cases that drive the system.
• Communicate pros/cons of system architecture with respect to thermal considerations.
• Present thermal status at formal reviews internally and with customers. Provide clear understanding of timelines and technical status.
• Develop internal tools to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of analysis.
• Develop, prepare, and execute thermal tests to inform analysis and reduce risk on key hardware assemblies.
• Develop a database of materials, thermal properties, and vendors of thermal hardware for use in space.
• Support failure reviews and root-cause analysis with test data and thermal analysis.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS, MS, or higher degree in engineering, applied physics, or hard science
• Demonstrated knowledge of heat transfer in academic and/or professional setting
• Proficiency in Thermal Desktop or equivalent thermal simulation tool
• Hands on experience prototyping hardware and conducting thermal tests. Experience with CAD, selecting instrumentation, post-processing data, correlating models
• CAD experience (Siemens NX preferred)
• Passion for defending the United States and her allies
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years professional experience as a thermal analyst using Thermal Desktop
• Design or test experience on a space platform
• Experience developing code in higher-level languages like Python or MATLAB for applications like lumped thermal capacitance steady state and transient analysis
• Be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own hardware design (CAD, hand calculations, prototypes, etc) from concept generation to launch. Intelligently pace design maturity with an holistic view of the program.
• Use first principles as a basis for every decision. Continuously look for opportunities to simplify designs.
• Communicate pros/cons of system architecture with respect to design and packaging considerations. Strong focus on good architecture to ensure designs are robust in nature.
• Lead subsystem design reviews, present structures status to other team members, provide clear understanding of timelines and technical status.
• Act as the Responsible Engineer for your subsystem: Run analysis, visit vendors, define and execute hardware test plans.
• Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful prototype designs to flight hardware and low rate production.
• Travel to test sites and vendors as needed.
• Create excellent technical documentation – slide packages, test plans and reports, procedures, assembly instructions, part and assembly drawings, vendor specifications and statements of work, etc.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS or higher degree in engineering or a hard science.
• Experience in an immersive hands-on technical project (collegiate project teams and/or professional settings).
• CAD skills (any platform) and ability to make high quality engineering drawings that meet common industry standards.
• Demonstrated hands-on fabrication and assembly skills. Experience working with hand tools, mill, lathe, etc.
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals: heat transfer, statics, solid mechanics, materials.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision.
• Very organized and willing to establish scope and requirements for ill-defined problems.
• Passion for defending the United States and her allies.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of mechanical design experience in a professional setting with space hardware or industry of equivalent complexity.
• Experience in NX/Teamcenter.
• Experience in an immersive hands-on technical project in college or in free time.
• Ability to integrate electronic components (PCBAs, motors, sensors etc.) into mechanical designs.
• Experience working with (integrating in designs) optical or RF systems.
• Experience developing code in higher-level languages (e.g. Python, MATLAB, C++) for developing analytical models and data acquisition and automation.
• Structural or thermal testing experience – sensor selection, data acquisition, data post- processing (Python preferred)

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own hardware design (CAD, hand calculations, prototypes, etc) from concept generation to launch. Intelligently pace design maturity with an holistic view of the program.
• Use first principles as a basis for every decision. Continuously look for opportunities to simplify designs.
• Communicate pros/cons of system architecture with respect to design and packaging considerations. Strong focus on good architecture to ensure designs are robust in nature.
• Lead subsystem design reviews, present structures status to other team members, provide clear understanding of timelines and technical status.
• Act as the Responsible Engineer for your subsystem: Run analysis, visit vendors, define and execute hardware test plans.
• Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful prototype designs to flight hardware and low rate production.
• Travel to test sites and vendors as needed.
• Create excellent technical documentation – slide packages, test plans and reports, procedures, assembly instructions, part and assembly drawings, vendor specifications and statements of work, etc.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS or higher degree in engineering or a hard science.
• Experience in an immersive hands-on technical project (collegiate project teams and/or professional settings).
• CAD skills (any platform) and ability to make high quality engineering drawings that meet common industry standards.
• Demonstrated hands-on fabrication and assembly skills. Experience working with hand tools, mill, lathe, etc.
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals: heat transfer, statics, solid mechanics, materials.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision.
• Very organized and willing to establish scope and requirements for ill-defined problems.
• Passion for defending the United States and her allies.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of mechanical design experience in a professional setting with space hardware or industry of equivalent complexity.
• Experience in NX/Teamcenter.
• Experience in an immersive hands-on technical project in college or in free time.
• Ability to integrate electronic components (PCBAs, motors, sensors etc.) into mechanical designs.
• Experience working with (integrating in designs) optical or RF systems.
• Experience developing code in higher-level languages (e.g. Python, MATLAB, C++) for developing analytical models and data acquisition and automation.
• Structural or thermal testing experience – sensor selection, data acquisition, data post- processing (Python preferred)

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Own hardware design (CAD, hand calculations, prototypes, etc) from concept generation to launch. Intelligently pace design maturity with an holistic view of the program.
• Use first principles as a basis for every decision. Continuously look for opportunities to simplify designs.
• Communicate pros/cons of system architecture with respect to design and packaging considerations. Strong focus on good architecture to ensure designs are robust in nature.
• Lead subsystem design reviews, present structures status to other team members, provide clear understanding of timelines and technical status.
• Act as the Responsible Engineer for your subsystem: Run analysis, visit vendors, define and execute hardware test plans.
• Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful prototype designs to flight hardware and low rate production.
• Travel to test sites and vendors as needed.
• Create excellent technical documentation – slide packages, test plans and reports, procedures, assembly instructions, part and assembly drawings, vendor specifications and statements of work, etc.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS or higher degree in engineering or a hard science.
• Experience in an immersive hands-on technical project (collegiate project teams and/or professional settings).
• CAD skills (any platform) and ability to make high quality engineering drawings that meet common industry standards.
• Demonstrated hands-on fabrication and assembly skills. Experience working with hand tools, mill, lathe, etc.
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals: heat transfer, statics, solid mechanics, materials.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision.
• Very organized and willing to establish scope and requirements for ill-defined problems.
• Passion for defending the United States and her allies.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of mechanical design experience in a professional setting with space hardware or industry of equivalent complexity.
• Experience in NX/Teamcenter.
• Experience in an immersive hands-on technical project in college or in free time.
• Ability to integrate electronic components (PCBAs, motors, sensors etc.) into mechanical designs.
• Experience working with (integrating in designs) optical or RF systems.
• Experience developing code in higher-level languages (e.g. Python, MATLAB, C++) for developing analytical models and data acquisition and automation.
• Structural or thermal testing experience – sensor selection, data acquisition, data post- processing (Python preferred)