Sr. Manager Systems Engineering, Autonomous Airpower
Slope, Costa Mesa, CA, United States
About the Team
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI‑powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
What You’ll Do
You will manage the team of systems engineers supporting autonomous airpower development efforts from mature contract programs to early concept development.
You will lead the development of our Systems Engineering Strategy and Implementation tailored for Autonomous Airpower programs.
You will define the scope of systems engineering required for existing and future development efforts and allocate your team effectively to complete that scope of work.
You will act as a systems engineer who interfaces with stakeholders, including internal programs and external customers.
You will develop artifacts based on stakeholder needs and work closely with functional areas to ensure artifacts are complete and accurate. Model artifacts are often contractual deliverables requiring demonstration at stakeholder meetings and events.
You will develop a deep understanding of the transformational value of Anduril platforms, autonomy, simulation, and perception products through the creation and maintenance of systems engineering artifacts.
Required Qualifications
B.S. in aerospace, mechanical, computer science, systems engineering or a similar engineering or technical field.
8+ years of Systems Engineering experience across the life cycle.
2+ years of experience managing a team of systems engineers, preferably across multiple programs.
Understanding of aerodynamics and propulsion principles as applied to aircraft and missile systems.
Basic knowledge of reliability engineering concepts and practices.
Experience with systems testing and evaluation methodologies.
Experience with Systems Engineering, Requirements Elicitation and Management, Integration, and Test Activities on complex systems such as DoD Weapon Systems or Space Systems.
Outstanding communication skills, including presentation of developed artifacts.
You currently possess an active U.S. Secret security clearance eligible for U.S. Top Secret clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing various model‑based systems engineering artifacts—including Operational Viewpoints, System Viewpoints, activity diagrams, use case diagrams, BDDs, IBDs, parametric diagrams, etc.
Experience with test planning, execution, and data analysis for complex systems.
INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) certification.
US Salary Range
$191,000 — $253,000 USD
Benefits
Healthcare Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost for U.S. roles; full cost of medical insurance premiums for UK & AUS roles; an annual contribution toward private health insurance for IE roles.
Income Protection: Life and disability insurance coverage for all employees.
Generous Time Off: Competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments, adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: Free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching, plus additional work‑life services such as legal and financial support.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.
Commuter Benefits: Company‑funded commuter benefits based on region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after‑tax options for U.S. roles; pension plan with employer match for UK & IE roles; superannuation plan for AUS roles.
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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI‑powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
What You’ll Do
You will manage the team of systems engineers supporting autonomous airpower development efforts from mature contract programs to early concept development.
You will lead the development of our Systems Engineering Strategy and Implementation tailored for Autonomous Airpower programs.
You will define the scope of systems engineering required for existing and future development efforts and allocate your team effectively to complete that scope of work.
You will act as a systems engineer who interfaces with stakeholders, including internal programs and external customers.
You will develop artifacts based on stakeholder needs and work closely with functional areas to ensure artifacts are complete and accurate. Model artifacts are often contractual deliverables requiring demonstration at stakeholder meetings and events.
You will develop a deep understanding of the transformational value of Anduril platforms, autonomy, simulation, and perception products through the creation and maintenance of systems engineering artifacts.
Required Qualifications
B.S. in aerospace, mechanical, computer science, systems engineering or a similar engineering or technical field.
8+ years of Systems Engineering experience across the life cycle.
2+ years of experience managing a team of systems engineers, preferably across multiple programs.
Understanding of aerodynamics and propulsion principles as applied to aircraft and missile systems.
Basic knowledge of reliability engineering concepts and practices.
Experience with systems testing and evaluation methodologies.
Experience with Systems Engineering, Requirements Elicitation and Management, Integration, and Test Activities on complex systems such as DoD Weapon Systems or Space Systems.
Outstanding communication skills, including presentation of developed artifacts.
You currently possess an active U.S. Secret security clearance eligible for U.S. Top Secret clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing various model‑based systems engineering artifacts—including Operational Viewpoints, System Viewpoints, activity diagrams, use case diagrams, BDDs, IBDs, parametric diagrams, etc.
Experience with test planning, execution, and data analysis for complex systems.
INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) certification.
US Salary Range
$191,000 — $253,000 USD
Benefits
Healthcare Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost for U.S. roles; full cost of medical insurance premiums for UK & AUS roles; an annual contribution toward private health insurance for IE roles.
Income Protection: Life and disability insurance coverage for all employees.
Generous Time Off: Competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments, adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: Free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching, plus additional work‑life services such as legal and financial support.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.
Commuter Benefits: Company‑funded commuter benefits based on region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after‑tax options for U.S. roles; pension plan with employer match for UK & IE roles; superannuation plan for AUS roles.
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