Anduril Industries

Senior Systems Engineer, Edge Compute and Communications

Anduril Industries$166K — $208K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-9 years of systems engineering experience, ideally in a rapid product development environment
  • Proven success delivering complex technical systems for real-world applications
  • Ability to connect theoretical engineering concepts with practical execution
  • Excellent communication skills combined with strong technical intuition
  • Aptitude for making decisions with limited information and adapting as necessary
  • Familiarity with modern engineering tools and methodologies
  • Military systems experience preferred but innovative problem-solving is prioritized

Responsibilities

  • Reimagine system requirements using first-principles thinking to develop adaptable solutions
  • Lead technical integration between hardware and software teams, ensuring cohesive system creation
  • Translate critical user needs into innovative technical solutions that surpass legacy offerings
  • Modernize documentation processes using tools like Cameo and digital twins for system modeling
  • Craft clear technical narratives to effectively communicate complex ideas to stakeholders
  • Drive critical product decision-making while maintaining system integrity through technical trade-offs
  • Identify and resolve development bottlenecks to accelerate the delivery of advanced capabilities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees
  • Supportive health and recovery resources
  • Innovative work environment focused on employee development
  • Competitive equity grants as part of the compensation package
  • Cultural values that promote creativity and innovation
  • Opportunities for continuous professional growth and improvement
Full Job Description
Team and Role Overview:

Anduril's Edge Compute and Communications (ECC) team is seeking a dynamic Systems Engineer who can break the mold and redefine how we develop mission-critical command and control ground systems. We're looking beyond traditional defense industry approaches for innovative problem-solvers who can navigate complexity, drive technical excellence, and deliver exceptional products that our military customers depend on, including:
  • Deployable TSCIF/SAPF certified self-contained shelters (Menace-I)
  • Expeditionary vehicle & on-the-move form factors (Menace-X)
  • Human-portable, roll-on/roll-off form factors (Menace-T)
  • Rugged Edge Compute, Comms, Chassis (Voyager)

This role is perfect for systems thinkers who thrive at the intersection of multiple technical domains, possess a bias for action, and want to create groundbreaking solutions rather than follow conventional playbooks.

Key Responsibilities:

Systems Architecture & Innovation:
  • Reimagine system requirements through first-principles thinking, challenging traditional approaches to create more robust, adaptable solutions
  • Lead cross-functional integration between hardware and software teams, serving as the technical "glue" that transforms separate components into cohesive systems
  • Identify critical user needs and translate them into technical solutions that delight customers and outperform legacy systems

Strategic Documentation & Digital Transformation:
  • Revolutionize how we document complex systems, leveraging modern tools (Cameo, MBSC, digital twins) to visualize architectures and model system performance
  • Create technical narratives that communicate complex ideas clearly to stakeholders at all levels
  • Build the digital backbone that enables rapid iteration and continuous improvement of our products

Technical Leadership & Execution:
  • Operate as the driving force behind critical product decisions, balancing technical tradeoffs while maintaining system integrity
  • Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in the development process, enabling the team to deliver breakthrough capabilities faster
  • Own the technical risk management process, ensuring systems meet rigorous military standards without sacrificing innovation

Qualifications:
  • 4-9 years of systems engineering experience, preferably with exposure to rapid product development environments
  • Track record of delivering complex technical systems that work in real-world environments
  • Experience bridging the gap between theoretical engineering and practical implementation
  • Strong technical intuition paired with excellent communication skills
  • Comfortable making decisions with imperfect information and adapting as new data emerges
  • Experience with modern engineering tools and methodologies
  • Military systems experience a plus, but innovative thinking and problem-solving ability matter more

Join us at ECC to reinvent what systems engineering means in the defense sector. If you're ready to break down traditional barriers, create revolutionary products, and have outsized impact through your technical leadership, we want to talk to you!

US Salary Range

$166,000-$208,000 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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