Full-Time
Senior/Staff Test & Evaluation Engineer
Mission Autonomy
Anduril
1,001-5,000 employees
Develops autonomous systems for defense applications
Compensation Overview
$120k - $180k/yr
Senior
Newport Beach, CA, USA
US Top Secret Clearance Required
- A Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, robotics, or a related technical field from an accredited institution, or equivalent experience in autonomous systems testing.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in flight testing, with a strong emphasis on autonomous or remotely piloted systems.
- Demonstrated ability in developing and executing test plans for complex systems within aggressive timelines.
- Familiarity with the principles of mission autonomy, unmanned systems, and the integration of multiple assets into cohesive operational frameworks.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret test data, diagnose system behaviors, and recommend actionable improvements.
- Proven track record of working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve project milestones and deliverables.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively articulating technical challenges and solutions to a diverse audience.
- Willingness to work flexible hours and travel to various testing locations as required.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret-Level security clearance.
- Drive the advancement of Anduril's testing methodologies, with a focus on mission autonomy systems, to ensure robust and reliable performance in complex operational scenarios.
- Design and implement test plans that challenge and verify the capabilities of autonomous systems in a variety of simulated mission profiles.
- Analyze data from tests to validate system performance and identify areas for improvement, iterating rapidly to refine autonomy algorithms and behaviors.
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, hardware engineers, and product managers, to define test requirements and ensure alignment with system capabilities and mission objectives.
- Drive end-to-end test management by shaping program requirements, designing comprehensive test plans, leading execution efforts, analyzing complex data, and delivering clear, concise reports to cross-functional and program teams.
- Execute and analyze simulations that replicate real-world scenarios for autonomous systems to accelerate testing cycles, optimize system performance, and inform stakeholders on development and deployment implications.
- Coordinate with private and government test ranges to test and evaluate systems and software.
- Direct experience in the development, testing, and deployment of mission autonomy systems in a defense or aerospace context.
- Hands-on experience with simulation environments and tools used for testing autonomous systems.
- Familiarity with software development practices and experience with programming languages used in autonomy and robotics (e.g., Python, C++, ROS).
- Knowledge of current industry and military standards related to unmanned aerial systems and their operation within national airspace.
Anduril Industries develops autonomous systems for military and security applications, focusing on solutions for government and commercial clients. Its main product, the Lattice platform, integrates various air, land, and sea vehicles for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions, allowing them to operate together effectively. Anduril stands out from competitors by continuously innovating and integrating new technologies into its offerings. The company's goal is to enhance defense capabilities by providing integrated security solutions across multiple domains.
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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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.