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.

WHY WE’RE HERE:
The Maneuver Dominance (MD) Team at Anduril develops aerial robotic systems designed to operate in large coordinated teams. We leverage existing Anduril drone platforms like Ghost, Altius, or Roadrunner, in addition to bringing 3rd party platforms into Anduril’s Lattice ecosystem. We develop perception and autonomy algorithms to solve some of the hardest problems facing our customers.

As the Lead System Architect for the Maneuver Dominance Division, your role is pivotal in defining and guiding the overarching systems architecture. You will ensure seamless integration of complex subsystems and drive the engineering process to deliver solutions that not only meet market demands but also adhere to rigorous standards of performance and safety. Your leadership and technical acumen will shape the future of our mission-critical projects, from conception through to deployment and beyond.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Lead the full lifecycle of system architecture for aerospace or defense platforms, from initial conceptual layouts to final deployment and operational support, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
Implement MOSA and WOSA principles, utilizing open standards like STANAG to ensure system interoperability, scalability, and future technology insertion.
Integrate system safety into the architecture, conducting safety analyses, hazard identification, and risk mitigation in compliance with MIL-STD-882 and ARP-4754 guidelines for the development and safety assessment of airborne systems.
Develop and maintain the system architecture using established frameworks such as TOGAF and DoDAF, ensuring that system designs meet operational, safety, and technical requirements.
Oversee the execution of rigorous Software-in-the-Loop (SITL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL) testing programs for system validation and verification.
Lead cross-functional engineering teams through system design, development, integration, and testing phases, managing both in-house and external stakeholder expectations.
Champion the use of model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and digital twin technologies for system development and lifecycle management.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess a blend of technical acumen and strategic insight, coupled with a history of managing intricate aerospace endeavors. Your leadership will be instrumental in propelling the Maneuver Dominance Division to new heights, delivering unparalleled solutions to our defense partners.

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
A minimum of 10 years of experience in systems architecture and engineering, with full lifecycle system development in aerospace or defense.
In-depth understanding of system safety standards such as MIL-STD-882 and development processes like ARP-4754.
Experience with SITL and HITL simulation environments and the execution of comprehensive testing programs.
Proficiency in applying architectural frameworks (TOGAF, DoDAF) and utilizing open standards for system design.
Eligibility for U.S. security clearance is essential.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Advanced degree in Systems Engineering or a related field.
Active U.S. security clearance at the TS/SCI level.
Professional certifications related to systems engineering, safety, and project management.
Familiarity with MBSE practices and digital twin technologies.

US Salary Range

$182,000—$273,000 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:

Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents.
- For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
- For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we’d love to hear from you!

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