Deputy Chief Engineer, Autonomous Airpower

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$191,000–$253,000 / yr
Posted
today

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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 · Deputy Chief Engineer, Autonomous Airpower

The Deputy Chief Engineer role at Autonomous Airpower involves leading the design, development, and production of vehicle subsystems from concept to flight. This senior-level position requires establishing a program vision, coordinating with various engineering teams, and managing technical risks while ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include developing detailed plans, budgets, and schedules, as well as recruiting and integrating top talent into the team. Candidates should have extensive experience in aerospace engineering, particularly in unmanned aircraft systems, along with strong hands-on technical skills and leadership abilities to drive projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will possess an Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or Software Engineering degree and relevant security clearance.

What you'll do

  • Own vehicle subsystems from conceptual design through production.
  • Establish and communicate program plans to ensure team alignment.
  • Coordinate design trades with various engineering teams.
  • Manage technical and programmatic risks for assigned systems.
  • Develop budgetary estimates and schedules in collaboration with teams.
  • Monitor performance to ensure adherence to budget and schedule.

What we're looking for

  • 7+ years of technical engineering experience in a professional environment.
  • Experience developing, building, and testing large aircraft subsystems.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills for program management.
  • Aerospace Engineering Degree or equivalent relevant degree.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical new start development projects.
  • Unmanned aircraft development experience required.

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