Anduril Industries

Support System Lead, Maneuver Dominance

Anduril Industries$165K — $235K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline
  • 10+ years of experience in Aerospace, Defense, or product development/design
  • Familiarity with Systems Engineering principles
  • Experience in logistics, maintenance, or training in operational roles
  • Focus on design and operation with an emphasis on safety
  • Strong ownership and action-oriented mindset in fast-paced environments
  • Ability to decompose complex problems into manageable tasks

Responsibilities

  • Architect and lead the design of comprehensive Support Systems
  • Hire and develop a hands-on Engineering team for Support System solutions
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand operational needs
  • Influence design through 'Day In The Life Of' activities
  • Design, fabricate, and test transport and handling equipment for Air Vehicles
  • Set appropriate standards for supply systems and interfaces
  • Leverage technology to define new standards for maintenance and operational training
  • Work across teams to ensure a consistent approach to the Common Support System

Benefits

  • Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees
  • Support for health and recovery
  • Focus on employee well-being and future planning
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Highly competitive equity grants included in compensation packages
Full Job Description
Anduril is seeking a Support System Lead to join the Maneuver Dominance team at our Costa Mesa HQ to lead a critical capability development of an advanced airborne platform. This individual will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of vertical flight focusing on wholistic Support System thinking to shape Air Vehicle development and novel approaches Operations and Sustainment.

You will work on new aircraft development, bringing pragmatic Support Systems thinking to complement and enhance the overall capability, ensuring that end-user needs are met in challenging operational environments. You will be part of a lean, high-ownership culture where you directly shape the product and operate at a velocity to fly new designs within months, not years.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Architect, plan, and lead the design and development of a broad Support System (including deploy, supply, operate and maintain - and everything in between)
  • Hire, develop, and grow a focused hands-on Engineering team focused on practical Support System solutions
  • Collaborate with customer stakeholders on a comprehensive concept of employment to ensure operational needs are understood
  • Own 'Day In The Life Of' decomposition activities to influence functional decomposition shaping the design of the Air Vehicle and Mission Systems
  • Design, fabricate and test, Air Vehicle and Mission System transport and handling equipment to enable rapid deployment in a range of challenging operational environments
  • Identify appropriate standards and associated interfaces for supply systems (such as fueling) as inputs to design
  • Leverage emerging technologies to develop maintenance systems, operational processes, and training approaches that set new standards for what good looks like
  • Collaborate with peers across the Division to drive a consistent approach and 'look and feel' of a Common Support System across the Product ecosystem enhancing customer experience and familiarity


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES
  • Bachelor degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or aviation related technical discipline
  • 10+ years of experience in Aerospace, Defense or product development/design environments including technology maturation
  • Familiarity in applying Systems Engineering, and first-hand understanding of benefits and limitations of the approach
  • Experience working in operational environments performing logistics, maintenance, or training roles including familiarity with supporting fielded systems in the control of customers.
  • Be focused on both design and operation for maximum safety
  • Strong bias for action and extremely high ownership in fast paced environment
  • Ability to break complex problems into achievable challenges for consumption by the team
  • Trade or Mechanic qualifications considered advantageous
  • Defense Industry or Military Service background highly desirable (particularly rotary-wing)
  • A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance in United States, United Kingdom, or Australia


US Salary Range

$165,000-$235,000 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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