Anduril Industries

2026 Early Career Electrical Engineer, Battlespace Awareness Radar Team

Anduril Industries$74K — $99K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mathematics, physics, engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
  • Experience in technical leadership for high-performance defense radar systems
  • Expertise in radar architecture, radar modes, and system modeling
  • Eligibility for U.S. Top Secret security clearance
  • Over 5 years experience in radar hardware, algorithms, software, or systems design
  • Proficient in MATLAB and Python

Responsibilities

  • Conceptualize and develop RF sensing technologies for various platforms
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architectures for complex systems
  • Conduct system-of-systems level analysis and requirements decomposition
  • Create and communicate internal development roadmaps
  • Develop advanced RF sensing techniques and algorithms
  • Align external roadmaps with business strategies by engaging with industry leaders
  • Mentor team members on best practices and technical theory

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost
  • 100% employer-covered life and long-term disability insurance
  • Generous holiday calendar with a holiday hiatus in December
  • 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave
  • Family planning support including IVF and adoption assistance
  • 24/7 free mental health resources and support services
  • Professional development stipend
  • Daily meals and fully stocked kitchens in office
  • Company-funded commuter benefits
  • Relocation assistance based on eligibility
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan options for U.S. roles
Full Job Description
ABOUT THE TEAM

The Anduril Battlespace Awareness Radar team develops state-of-the-art radar systems to tackle significant security challenges for America and its allies. The team is seeking an early career Electrical Engineer to help develop and implement RF sensing technologies. They are responsible for all aspects of radar system development, from ideation through initial production. In this role, you will work closely with interdisciplinary technical teams to understand radar design objectives and end-user needs, using this knowledge to design, plan, and execute to ensure optimal radar performance.

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.
    • Help develop, test, and refine RF sensing techniques, algorithms, and technologies, with guidance from senior engineers
    • Bring rigor and curiosity to technical problems, and grow into greater ownership of radar subsystem design and analysis over time

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 schematic capture, PCB layout, assembly, testing and/or troubleshooting PCBs.
    • Experience with Altium Designer or equivalent electronic design automation tools.
    • 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
    • Coursework, internship, research, or personal project experience related to radar systems, RF sensing, electromagnetics, or signal processing
    • Familiarity with radar architecture, radar modes, or system modeling concepts
    • 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.

We request transcripts as part of the early application process to understand your academic background and how your coursework supports the skills deemed critical for the role. Transcripts help us assess your technical and analytical abilities, complementing our interview process in which we also evaluate practical experience and cultural fit. If you choose not to share your transcripts, you will need to provide detailed information regarding your academic performance in relevant courses, including projects and coursework specifics, to ensure we evaluate your academic accomplishments properly. If you do provide academic transcripts, feel free to redact non-technical information (e.g., student ID, dates, non-technical coursework, etc.). Unofficial transcripts obtained online acceptable for this assessment.

US Salary Range

$74,000-$99,000 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.
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200 employees
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Founded
2017

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