Deputy Chief Engineer, PES

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)full time

On Site

senior

$166k–$220k

H1B: no

Anduril Industries Deputy Chief Engineer, PES at Anduril leads system architecture and conceptual design of small drones and UAV products. The role involves managing tactical engineering efforts and supporting vehicle testing and integration.

Responsibilities

Conceptualize system architecture for upgrades and enhancements to existing vehicle systems
Conceptual designs of small drones including sizing, system performance and initial prototyping
Layout system design plans and interfaces for new UAV products and platforms
Work within a team of multidisciplinary engineers and specialists throughout the life of UAV design and integration process
Manage tactical engineering efforts, interfacing between different engineering and test disciplines
Draft and develop test plans for critical subsystems, and support vehicle level acceptance testing
Develop interface controls for partners and customers for hardware, software, and electrical integration of complex and unique payloads with existing and new Anduril UAVs
Achieve maximum uptime by leading vehicle data analysis efforts to identify performance trends and develop predictive failure models
Support build and benchtop testing of new vehicle systems
Conduct hands-on UAV testing with occasional travel

Qualification

A passion for systems developmentExtremely organized and detail-orientedMust be able to obtain and hold a UExperience in design engineeringExperience in software engineeringUnderstanding of aerodynamics$166

Required

7-10 years of industry experience including but not limited to system architecture
Familiarity with concepts of systems engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, software development, and control theory
Demonstrated experience with conceptual design and vehicle system architecture
Proven track record of progressing from clean sheet design to functioning hardware
Hands-on build and prototyping of complex robotic or aircraft systems
A passion for systems development, integration, and testing
Knowledge of electronics troubleshooting and ability to use basic test equipment
Extremely organized and detail-oriented
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
A sincere commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
Ability to travel as required for test planning and execution
Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Preferred

Experience developing electromechanical system models to inform the design, operation, and troubleshooting of complex subsystems
Hands-on manufacturing and/or flight testing experience
Experience in design engineering
Experience in software engineering
Understanding of aerodynamics, avionics, and flight systems
$166,000—$220,000 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:

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Anduril Industries

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