Chief Engineer - Air Dominance & Strike - Advanced Effects

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$254,000–$336,000 / yr
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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1882 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Chief Engineer - Air Dominance & Strike - Advanced Effects

As Chief Engineer for Air Dominance & Strike - Advanced Effects, you will lead the technical and programmatic execution of new and existing air vehicle systems from concept to production, including unmanned fighter jets, autonomous air vehicles, and cruise missiles. Your role involves setting up teams, establishing a clear vision, and driving projects through detailed design, fabrication, flight testing, and fleet management. You must have deep expertise in unmanned vehicles and robotics, along with experience leading complex programs from initial concept to delivery. Key skills include strong leadership, risk management, and the ability to create innovative solutions that address current and future defense needs. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Software engineering, and a Secret security clearance.

What you'll do

  • Lead technical and programmatic execution of air vehicle systems from concept to production.
  • Establish and communicate technical vision, assembling teams for diverse projects.
  • Manage detailed design including requirements development, risk management, and optimization.
  • Support remote operations and troubleshoot deployed systems issues.
  • Ensure successful transition of aircraft from test phases to live operational use.

What we're looking for

  • Deep understanding of unmanned vehicles and robotics.
  • Proven experience leading complex programs from concept to delivery.
  • Strong technical expertise in vehicle and systems design principles.
  • Ability to create and lead teams towards a common vision.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Software engineering.
  • Experience troubleshooting and analyzing remotely deployed systems.
  • Active Secret security clearance.

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