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Chief Engineer - Tactical Effects

Anduril · Costa Mesa, California, United States · Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)

Defenseonsitesenior$220k–$292k
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At a glance

Highlights

  • Lead architecture upgrades for Ghost, Anvil, Bolt and Altius small drones.
  • Conceptualize system architecture for next-gen tactical UAV platforms.
  • Drive hands-on flight testing and data-driven predictive failure models.

What they offer

  • Highly competitive equity grants

Ideal candidate

Seasoned systems builder who thrives leading multidisciplinary teams from clean-sheet design to flight test and cares deeply about tactical autonomy.

Requirements

  • 7-10 years of industry experience including system architecture
  • Familiarity with systems, mechanical, electrical, software and control theory
  • Demonstrated experience with conceptual design and vehicle system architecture
  • Proven track record progressing from clean sheet design to functioning hardware
  • Hands-on build and prototyping of complex robotic or aircraft systems
  • Knowledge of electronics troubleshooting and basic test equipment
  • Extremely organized and detail-oriented
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to travel as required for test planning and execution
  • Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Lab profile

About Anduril

Defense technology company building autonomous systems for military missions.

What they build

  • Lattice OS
  • Ghost
  • Anvil

Known for

  • Autonomous defense systems
  • AI-powered command and control
  • Rapid hardware-software iteration

Key facts

  • Founded in 2017
  • Headquartered in Costa Mesa, California
  • Backed by Founders Fund and Andreessen Horowitz
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