This role pays less than
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of similar roles. Most pay
$164,875–$241,750
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$192k
versus about
$203k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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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
1778 open roles
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Listed pay typically runs
$146,000–$194,000
across 1568 roles with salary data.
Research Scientist, Battlespace Awareness joins a small, innovative team focused on developing state-of-the-art algorithms and software for mission-critical systems. In this role, you will create mathematically principled solutions to complex information science problems, prototype advanced algorithms in an agile environment, and implement high-performance software ranging from tactical systems to web applications. You will utilize high-fidelity modeling and simulation environments, innovative analysis tools, and flexible compute clusters to quantify technology benefits while engaging with customers to ensure successful outcomes. The role requires expertise in applied mathematics, including differential equations, linear algebra, and optimization; engineering topics like controls, estimation theory, and digital signal processing; and scientific computing skills such as software design and algorithm implementation. You will address technical challenges involving sensor fusion, computer vision, and autonomous systems within the defense technology sector.
What does a Research Scientist earn?
Median $218100 from 40 postings across 12 companies.
Create mathematically principled solutions for complex information science problems.
Prototype state-of-the-art algorithms within an agile development environment.
Implement high-performance software ranging from tactical systems to web applications.
Use modeling, simulation environments, and compute clusters to quantify technology benefits.
Engage with customers to ensure successful outcomes for mission-critical needs.
Communicate technical details of advanced technologies to both expert and non-expert audiences.
What we're looking for
Must possess an M.S. or Ph.D. in Applied or Computational Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Controls and Dynamical Systems, Aerospace Engineering, Statistics and Probability, or a related field.
Must have experience in applied mathematics including differential equations, linear algebra, numerical analysis, and optimization.
Must have experience in engineering fields such as controls, estimation theory, digital signal processing, and machine learning.
Must have experience in scientific computing involving software design, algorithm implementation, and software testing/optimization.
Must have experience in probability, including statistics and random processes.
Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills to explain advanced technology to both experts and non-experts.
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret SCI security clearance.
C/C++
Python
Matlab
Machine Learning
NoSQL
Big Data
Digital Signal Processing
Estimation Theory
Agile
Algorithm Implementation
Linear Algebra
Statistics
Optimization
C/C++
Python
Matlab
Machine Learning
NoSQL
Big Data
Digital Signal Processing
Estimation Theory
Algorithm Implementation
Software Design
Agile
Linear Algebra
Statistics
Optimization