Anduril Industries

Low Observables Engineer, Mission Systems

Anduril Industries • $129K — $171K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of RF and antenna R&D experience
  • Strong grasp of RF concepts, including antenna theory and impedance matching
  • Skilled in antenna prototyping methodologies
  • Familiar with CEM tools like HFSS, CST, and ADS
  • Competent in RF analytical programming using MATLAB, C++, and Python
  • Experience in RF measurement techniques
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM field
  • Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance required

Responsibilities

  • Assist in designing antennas for low observable unmanned air vehicles
  • Simulate and optimize antenna performance while adhering to radar cross section standards
  • Analyze requirements and develop link-budget analyses for RF systems
  • Lead rapid design and prototyping of antennas for emerging program needs
  • Collaborate with subcontractors and internal teams for antenna integration
  • Create analysis tools and validation methods for antenna predictions
  • Plan and conduct RCS and antenna performance testing

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package with minimal costs to employees
  • Support for health and recovery needs
  • Invests in employee well-being and future planning opportunities
Full Job Description
The Air Dominance and Strike Low Observable Team are advancing into the next generation of LO Technology to enhance the survivability and effectiveness of unmanned air systems. Our Low Observables engineering team is responsible for designing, analyzing, testing, and sustaining stealth features that reduce radar (RCS) and infrared (IR) signatures, ensuring our systems remain undetectable in contested environments.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
• Assist in the design and development of antennas that go on low observable unmanned air
vehicles
• Design, simulate, and optimize antennas that meet RF performance while maintaining RADAR
cross section requirements
• Develop and decompose requirements by performing link-budget analysis to support RF system
architecture trades such as required antenna gain, pattern coverage, co-site interference, etc.
• Lead IR&D development of antenna designs by rapid design and prototyping of antennas to
support program emerging needs
• Work with subcontractors and/or internal development teams to integrate antenna systems
onto un-manned platforms
• Develop analysis tools, workflows, and validation processes for antenna predictions
• Plan and execute antenna performance and RCS testing of Low Observable antennas
components and installed antenna testing
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• 3+ years of Research & Development experience of general RF and antennas
• Proficient knowledge of RF concepts which as aperture antennas, impedance matching, smith
chart, etc.
• Proficient in antenna prototyping tools and techniques
• Experience with antenna modeling and prediction tools, such as Computational
Electromagnetic (CEM) tools, HFSS, CST Microwave Studio, SENTRi, ADS, FEKO
• Proficient in building RF analytical tools in MATLAB, C++, Python
• Proficient in antenna measurement techniques such as anechoic chamber, near field/far field RF
measurements, RCS measurements
• BS or higher degree in STEM discipline
• Must possess and be able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience with designing LO apertures
• Experience in phased array designs, RF front-ends, and testing
• Hands-on maintenance experience with Low Observable aircraft
• Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding environment

US Salary Range

$129,000-$171,000 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
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200 employees
Industry
Founded
2017

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