Anduril Industries

2026 Early Career Electrical Engineer

Anduril Industries$90K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field required.
  • 3 months to 2 years of relevant technical experience, including internships, with full-time availability starting in 2026.
  • Familiarity with test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, current probes) and software development tools (Git, GitHub, JIRA).
  • Knowledge of standard interfaces such as Ethernet, CAN, I2C, SPI, PCIe, USB.
  • Experience with embedded Linux development, including device trees and basic Unix/Linux tools.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with other programming languages (Python, Rust, Haskell) preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Design and prototype electronics, including hardware selection and PCB design.
  • Troubleshoot electrical and software issues using lab equipment and debugging tools.
  • Develop low-level firmware for microcontrollers and embedded systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver fully integrated products.
  • Support rapid development and deployment of customer-operated hardware.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously at different stages.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits at little to no cost to employees.
  • Strong focus on employee wellness and recovery support.
  • Highly competitive equity grants included in compensation offers.
Full Job Description
ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for Electrical Engineers to join our rapidly growing team! We have positions open in Costa Mesa, CA. These roles are targeted to start on a quarterly basis beginning in 2026. We hire self-motivated people, those who hold a higher bar for themselves than anyone else could hold for them. If you are a eager to solve tough problems, then this role might be for you!
WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Design electronics from concept to functional prototype, including hardware selection, PCB design, and system level integration.
  • Troubleshoot issues that span the electrical and software boundaries, with solid skills using both lab equipment (Oscilloscopes, DMM, etc.) and software debugging tools.
  • Develop low-level firmware/software for microcontrollers, embedded Linux systems, and supporting development & testing tools.
  • Work closely with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, and test engineers to deliver fully functional products.
  • Work in a fast-paced environment supporting new developments, active deployments, and customer operated hardware.
  • Concurrently manage involvement in multiple projects at various stages.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must be pursuing or have recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3 months - 2 years of technical work to include technical internship and able to start full time in 2026.
  • Familiarity with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, debuggers, current-probes, and automation of tests.
  • Familiarity with software development processes and tools such as git, Github, JIRA, etc.
  • Familiarity with standard interfaces such as Ethernet, CAN, I2C, SPI, PCIe, USB, etc.
  • Familiarity with embedded Linux development, including device trees, hardware drivers, bootloaders, and basic Unix/Linux tools.
  • Exceptional organization and communication skills (both written and oral).
  • Experience with Altium Designer or equivalent electronic design automation tools.
  • Proficiency with C/C++ and common languages (Python, Rust, Haskell, etc.)
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities; U.S. clearance eligibility may be required depending on program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Have a bias for action. If you see a problem, you want to solve and fix it.
  • Be naturally curious about the technologies and tools you use.
  • Low-ego, high ownership, and mission oriented.


US Salary Range

$90,000-$110,000 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:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that develops advanced systems for the military. The company was founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, Trae Stephens, and Matt Grimm, and has since grown to become a major player in the defense industry. Anduril's products include autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and other advanced technologies that are designed to enhance military capabilities. The company has received significant funding from investors and has partnerships with several major defense contractors. Anduril is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
Learn more about Anduril Industries
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2017

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