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Senior Systems Engineer, Advanced Effects, Active Clearance

Anduril Industries, Inc. · Costa Mesa, CA, USA ·

Pay:
$166,000-$220,000/yr
Job type:
Full Time

Senior Systems Engineer, Advanced Effects, Active Clearance
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.

ABOUT THE TEAM
We are working on cutting‑edge autonomous airpower systems that need to operate in the most demanding environments. To support our development and deployment tasks, we are building a Model-Based Systems Engineering team to guide Digital Engineering strategy and complement our Modeling and Simulation, Product Engineering, and Business Development teams. This team will provide Model Based Systems Engineering artifacts which will be used in support of product development, delivery, and sustainment of advanced kinetic and non‑kinetic effects and related systems.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

You will be 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 will often be contractual deliverables and require demonstration at stakeholder meetings and events

This role will be critical proving that Anduril offers real Systems Engineering and Mission Systems Integration capabilities

Participate in the development of our Digital and Systems Engineering Strategy and Implementation

Develop a deep understanding of 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 or similar engineering or technical field

8+ years Systems Engineering Experience across the life cycle. The more, the better

Understanding of aerodynamics and propulsion principles as applied to missile systems

Familiarity with guidance, navigation, and control systems for precision‑guided munitions

Basic knowledge of reliability engineering concepts and practices

Experience with systems testing and evaluation methodologies

Understanding of threat analysis and its role in weapon system design

Exposure to weapon systems integration processes and challenges

Experience with Systems Engineering, Requirements Elicitation and Management, Integration, and Test Activities on complex systems - DoD Weapon Systems, Space Systems, etc...

Experience with SysML, DoDAF, UAFP, or similar

Experience developing various model based system engineering artifacts - Operational Viewpoints, System Viewpoints, activity diagrams, use case diagrams, BDDs, IBDs, parametric diagrams, etc...

Experience with Cameo MagicDraw or similar systems engineering software (Rhapsody, SparxEA, etc...)

Experience with Digital Engineering workflows and Integrated Modeling Environments (i.e. Teamwork Cloud)

Outstanding communication skills to include presentation of developed artifacts

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

Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) or propulsion system modeling

Familiarity with control system design and implementation for guided weapons

Knowledge of reliability prediction techniques and failure mode analysis

Experience with test planning, execution, and data analysis for complex systems

Mission Modeling experience. For example, working knowledge of OCA/DCA, ISR, SEAD/DEAD, Electronic Attack, or Integrated Fire Control missions

Experience Cameo Simulation Toolkit plugin for Cameo MagicDraw

Proficiency with Mathworks products (MATLAB, SIMULINK etc.)

INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) Certification

US Salary Range
$166,000 - $220,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Healthcare Benefits

US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Retirement Savings Plan

US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.

AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

As set forth in Anduril Industries’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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