Chief Engineer

4 days ago


Costa Mesa, California, United States Anduril Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Chief Engineer to lead our Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) program. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for the technical development of large aircraft from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead technical and programmatic execution of new and existing air vehicle systems design, fabrication, test, and productization.
  • Own the technical and programmatic success of your programs, establish technical and programmatic vision, assemble teams of internal and external subject matter experts, and communicate that vision to them.
  • Set up trades to enable the exploration of early conceptual designs while working closely with technical SME's and Business Development teams to find the right solution to current and future gaps in the DOD capability to ensure the warfighter has the best solution for current and future conflicts.
  • Manage the detailed design of the system and subsystems, including requirements development, sub-system trades and optimization, risk management, etc., to ensure the appropriate consideration of design key performance parameters, schedule, costs, and risks.
  • Coordinate the fabrication of prototype and low-rate production articles and subsystem/system level test efforts.
  • Support remote deployed operations of your systems.
  • Work with senior leadership to ensure resource plans are adequate for work scope.
Requirements
  • Deep understanding of unmanned aircraft at and above Group 3 class.
  • Experience in a senior role leading air vehicle programs from initial concept through test and delivery to customers.
  • Strong understanding of the 'why' behind Vehicle and Systems design.
  • Experience working on mission-critical DOD systems.
  • Experience creating teams and focusing them around a common vision.
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Software engineering, or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
  • Experience troubleshooting and analyzing remotely deployed systems.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Top Secret clearance.
  • Travel 50% to Customer and Test Sites.
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary range: $224,000 - $325,000 USD.
  • Top-tier benefits, including platinum healthcare, basic life/AD&D insurance, and long-term disability insurance.
  • Extremely generous company holiday calendar and PTO plans.
  • 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 (depending on role eligibility).
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.


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