Mission Autonomy Systems Engineer

5 days ago


Costa Mesa, California, United States Anduril Industries Full time
Transform Military Capabilities with Advanced Technology

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that's revolutionizing the way military systems are designed, built, and sold. Our mission is to bring cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

Join Our Team of Experts

We're seeking a highly skilled Mission Autonomy Flight Test Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Test and Evaluation team, you'll play a critical role in shaping the future of defense technology. Your focus on autonomy will empower users to execute multifaceted missions with precision and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and participate in developmental testing of mission autonomy capabilities, utilizing surrogate vehicles in a fast-paced test environment.
  • 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.
  • Provide critical feedback and insight into the development process, shaping the evolution of Anduril's mission autonomy technology.
  • Support the continuous improvement of test procedures, safety protocols, and documentation standards to uphold the integrity of all flight test operations.
  • Coordinate with private and government test ranges to test and evaluate systems and software.
Requirements:
  • 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree in a relevant field.
  • 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.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary range: $120,000—$180,000 USD.
  • Highly competitive equity grants.
  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including platinum healthcare benefits, basic life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance, extremely generous company holiday calendar, 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave, family planning & parenting support, mental health resources, professional development stipend, daily meals and provisions, company-funded commuter benefits, relocation assistance, and 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply. If you're passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you.



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