Lead Systems Engineer, Mission Autonomy, Active Clearance
About this role
Anduril Industries is building autonomous airpower systems designed to operate in demanding environments, powered by the Lattice OS operating system. The new Systems Engineering team guides Digital Engineering strategy and creates Model Based Systems Engineering and Requirements Based Testing artifacts to support advanced mission autonomy programs.
In this role, the lead engineer will direct systems engineering execution for Group 5 Mission Autonomy programs while collaborating closely with software engineering and product teams. The person who succeeds here will advocate for systems engineering rigor in a fast-paced environment and build frameworks that streamline artifact delivery across multiple platforms.
What you will do
- Direct systems engineering execution across Group 5 Mission Autonomy programs.
- Champion systems engineering practices within a fast-paced software development environment.
- Partner with other systems and software engineering leads to align on project goals.
- Design systems engineering frameworks and processes to streamline artifact delivery across multiple programs.
- Build a comprehensive understanding of Anduril platforms, autonomy, simulation, and perception products through the creation and maintenance of systems engineering artifacts.
What you need
- Hold a Bachelor of Science degree in aerospace, mechanical, computer science, or a related technical field.
- Bring at least 10 years of systems engineering experience spanning the entire product life cycle.
- Demonstrate the ability to develop, integrate, and test autonomy solutions for commercial or defense applications.
- Show hands-on experience designing systems using Model-Based Systems Engineering methods in SysML.
- Communicate effectively with strong presentation skills for sharing developed artifacts.
- Possess familiarity with software development tools and infrastructure such as GitHub and CI/CD pipelines.
- Remain eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
Nice to have
- Currently possess and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
- Experience as a contributor of the A-GRA standard or implementer of an adopting Mission Autonomy solution
- Experience defining or implementing Mission Autonomy behaviors through UCI
- Experience with mission systems integration for AI-driven decision-making systems
- Understanding of sensor fusion techniques and automation use cases in Cameo or Python
Benefits
- Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers
- Comprehensive, competitive benefits package covering health, recovery, and other needs
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What is the salary range for this role?
The salary range for this role is estimated between $191,000 and $253,000 USD. Actual salary offers may vary based on work experience, education, training, critical skills, and business considerations.
What kind of equity or benefits are provided?
Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers as part of the total compensation package. Additionally, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees.
What security clearance is required for this position?
Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance. Preferred qualifications include currently possessing an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
The application is on the official Anduril Industries careers page.
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