Full-Time

Surface Program Chief Engineer

Maritime Division

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Anduril

Anduril

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous systems for defense applications

Robotics & Automation
Defense

Compensation Overview

$182k - $273kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Senior, Expert

Newport Beach, CA, USA

Preferred candidate is based out of Washington, DC or Boston, MA.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Propulsion
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
Risk Management

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture, Systems Engineering, Marine Engineering, or equivalent, or proven experience in a relevant field
  • Minimum of 10 years experience with technical leadership and systems engineering on defense systems or weapon programs
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Top Secret clearance
  • Travel 25% to Customer and Test Sites
Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the initial design, prototyping, capability verification, and delivery of a maritime autonomous weapon system
  • Manage the initial design of the system and subsystems including system architecture development, requirements definition, system and sub-system trades and optimization, risk management etc. to ensure the appropriate consideration of design key performance parameters, schedule, costs, and risks to shape the product
  • Perform systems engineering and trade analyses to enable the exploration and rapid iteration of early conceptual designs, while working closely with technical SME’s and strategic growth team to provide creative solutions to current and future gaps in the DOD capability. Ensure that the warfighter is provided with the best solution for current and future conflicts.
  • Coordinate closely with manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure design for manufacturing is embedded in early concepts and matured to support full rate production at scale. Drive product differentiation through manufacturing capability and novel manufacturing techniques
  • Work with senior leadership to ensure resource plans are adequate for work scope
  • Oversee technical execution of the generation of a new surface product for Anduril Maritime
  • Define key capabilities, milestones, and demonstrations to enable continuous development and maturation of autonomous systems
Desired Qualifications
  • Demonstrated understanding of multi-domain unmanned and autonomous weapon system development and employment
  • Demonstrated engineering management capability; proven technical and personnel leadership qualities
  • Experience in technical leadership of weapon or defense system programs from initial concept design through transition to full development, testing and qualification, and rate manufacture
  • Strong understanding of autonomous system architecture and overall design approach for unmanned weapons systems
  • Experience working on mission critical DOD systems
  • Experience building and managing cross-functional teams focused around a common vision
  • Preferred candidate is based out of Washington, DC or Boston, MA

Anduril Industries develops advanced autonomous systems for military and security applications, focusing on solutions for government and commercial clients. The core of its offerings is the Lattice platform, which integrates various air, land, and sea vehicles for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. Anduril differentiates itself by emphasizing seamless integration and continuous technological innovation. The company's goal is to enhance defense capabilities by providing integrated security solutions across multiple domains.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$3.6B

Headquarters

Orange, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for autonomous systems in defense boosts Anduril's market potential.
  • Expansion of defense budgets in NATO countries offers more procurement opportunities.
  • Growing interest in AI-driven surveillance solutions supports Anduril's product offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from companies like Palantir and SpaceX in autonomous systems.
  • Potential delays and cost overruns in Ohio manufacturing facility construction.
  • Regulatory scrutiny may limit international sales of advanced autonomous systems.

What makes Anduril unique

  • Anduril's Lattice platform integrates air, land, and sea autonomous systems seamlessly.
  • The company focuses on ISR missions with advanced autonomous air and underwater vehicles.
  • Anduril's hyperscale manufacturing facility in Ohio will enhance production capabilities significantly.

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Incentivized Time Off

Mental Health Resources

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