This role pays less than
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of similar roles. Most pay
$137,500–$193,000
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$168k
versus about
$165k
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
1882 open roles
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Listed pay typically runs
$146,000–$194,000
across 1696 roles with salary data.
The Space Imaging team at AI&T is hiring a Senior Optical Engineer to lead the assembly, integration, and testing of novel optical systems for spaceborne products. This role involves working closely with suppliers to procure optical elements, developing alignment plans, and managing test vendors to scale production. The engineer will also generate and review test setups and procedures, analyze performance errors, and interface with evaluation teams to qualify optical systems through various tests. Candidates should have a BS in Engineering or Physics/Astronomy with a focus on Optics, at least 5 years of experience in opto-mechanical systems, and proficiency in optical design software like Zemax or CODE V, as well as data analysis tools such as Matlab or Python. The role requires knowledge of electro-optical system development and testing in space environments, making it ideal for those with a strong background in ruggedized optical systems.