Full-Time
Senior Optical Engineer
Anduril
1,001-5,000 employees
Develops autonomous systems for defense applications
Compensation Overview
$154k - $231k/yr
Senior
Lexington, MA, USA
US Top Secret Clearance Required
- BS in Engineering required with a concentration in Optics
- 5+ years of experience with complex opto-mechanical systems, performing optical system design, analysis, alignment and test in the workforce
- Expertise with optical design and analysis software, preferably Zemax
- Experience with STOP (Structural, Thermal, and Optical Performance) analysis
- Knowledge of image quality metrics and data analysis methods
- Experience with the design of diffraction limited imaging systems in dynamic environments
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
- Lead architecture decisions, optical trades for novel optical systems for broadly defined missions
- Design lenses and optical components for high performance imaging systems
- Understand and define optical performance requirements given multi-disciplinary engineering constraints
- Design and tolerance complex visible to infrared optical systems to meet performance requirements for ground & airborne applications
- Develop and review test setups, procedures, and data to transition products and systems from R&D to production
- Evaluate and analyze prototype and production optical system performance errors to determine root cause
- Work independently and collaborate with senior staff and leadership to solve interdisciplinary technical problems by serving as the Optical Engineering subject matter expert
- MS or PhD preferred, but not required
- Demonstrated first principles approach to complex opto-mechanical problems
- Optical component testing experience (spectral transmission, interferometry, etc.), optical system alignment and testing (EE, MTF, PSF, etc.), and opto-electrical system modeling
- Demonstrated experience in the integration, test, and performance requirements verification and validation of optical systems
- Experience with radiometry and stray light analysis
- Demonstrated team leadership experience and mentoring of junior staff
- Knowledge of common materials used in optical systems and limitations of fabrication methods of optics (molded, polished, diamond turned) as well as micro structures
Anduril Industries develops advanced autonomous systems for military and security purposes. Its main product is the Lattice platform, a software system that integrates various autonomous vehicles for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. This platform enables air, land, and sea vehicles to operate together effectively, providing continuous security in challenging environments. Anduril's product range includes autonomous air systems like the Roadrunner and underwater vehicles such as the Dive LD, which are designed for various operational needs. Unlike many competitors, Anduril focuses on creating a cohesive system that enhances the capabilities of its autonomous technologies. The company's goal is to improve defense capabilities by providing integrated security solutions to government and commercial clients.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Series G
Total Funding
$6.2B
Headquarters
Orange, California
Founded
2017
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Anduril secured $2.5 billion funding, doubling its valuation to $30.5 billion.
- Partnerships with Meta and Archer Aviation expand Anduril's technological capabilities.
- Winning the U.S. Army AR/VR headset contract showcases Anduril's competitive edge.
What critics are saying
- Increased competition in the low-altitude economy may impact market share.
- Collaboration with Meta may face regulatory and privacy challenges.
- Reliance on government contracts exposes Anduril to policy shift risks.
What makes Anduril unique
- Anduril's Lattice platform integrates autonomous systems for seamless ISR missions.
- The company offers a diverse range of air, land, and sea autonomous vehicles.
- Anduril's focus on AI-driven defense solutions sets it apart in the industry.
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Benefits
Full Family Health Coverage
16 Weeks Paid Leave for All Caregivers
Family Planning & Support
Incentivized Time Off
Mental Health Resources
Financial Planning
Unlimited Provisions
Professional Development
Growth & Insights and Company News
6 month growth
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↑ 0%Whatever the size of the pie, the companies vying for a slice of it include upstarts like Archer Aviation (ACHR), which is currently testing an eVTOL model and partnering with defense contractor Anduril to develop military applications, and Joby Aviation (JOBY), which is in the process of getting its air taxi certified for passenger rides.
Defense tech startup Anduril secured a $2.5 billion investment led by Founders Fund, which contributed $1 billion, marking its largest single investment. This Series G round doubled Anduril's valuation to $30.5 billion. The investment was oversubscribed by over eight times. Anduril's success was bolstered by winning a U.S. Army AR/VR headset contract, originally awarded to Microsoft for $22 billion. The defense tech sector is experiencing a surge in investments.
Anduril, a US-based autonomous defense tech startup, announced a $2.5 billion Series G funding round, boosting its valuation to $30.5 billion. This more than doubles its previous valuation of $14 billion. The funding supports Anduril's mission to innovate military systems with autonomous and AI-powered technologies, appealing to governments seeking advanced defense solutions.
Defense technology company Anduril Industries announced it has raised $2.5 billion in funding at a valuation of $30.5 billion post-money. This funding round more than doubled the valuation from last year ($14 billion) after Anduril raised $1.5 billion.
Founders Fund has led a significant $2.5 billion Series G funding round for US defense tech company Anduril Industries. This includes a $1 billion cornerstone commitment, marking the largest single investment in Founders Fund's history. The funding round has doubled Anduril's valuation to $30.5 billion, according to Bloomberg.