Senior Payload Integration Engineer, Electronic Warfare

Anduril Industries

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On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$146,000–$194,000 / yr
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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.

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TL;DR · Senior Payload Integration Engineer, Electronic Warfare

The Senior Payload Integration Engineer role within the Electronic Warfare team requires an experienced professional with a background in RF system integration for aircraft or related fields. This senior engineer will lead the design, development, and integration of payload systems, ensuring all technical objectives are met while adhering to contractual requirements. Daily responsibilities include testing RF systems, integrating platforms, specifying ancillary equipment, conducting co-site analyses, and presenting findings to stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses hands-on experience with electromagnetic interference (EMI) and compatibility (EMC) testing, as well as the ability to collaborate across mechanical, electrical, firmware, sensors, and software teams. Essential skills include knowledge of RF systems, electrical engineering, and project management tools, along with an active U.S. Secret security clearance. This role demands 50% travel for test planning and execution in a high-stakes aerospace or defense environment.

What you'll do

  • Evaluate and validate RF systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • Integrate platforms to enhance overall system functionality efficiently.
  • Define essential RF components to support system requirements.
  • Conduct thorough co-site analyses for electromagnetic compatibility.
  • Perform EMI/EMC testing to ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Execute comprehensive field tests in operational scenarios.
  • Develop and implement a robust verification and validation plan.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in RF payload integration or related field
  • Electrical engineering background with emphasis on electromagnetic, RF, and antenna theory
  • Hands-on testing and validation of RF systems
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional technical teams
  • Experience conducting co-site analysis and EMI/EMC testing
  • Active U.S. Secret security clearance required
  • Travel for test planning and execution up to 50% of time

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Senior RF Payload Engineer, Electronic Warfare

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RF EMI/EMC Co-site analysis Test Experience Electromagnetic theory RF systems test Platform integration Verification and validation plan Aerospace industry standards Project management tools CI/CD