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$182k
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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.
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Listed pay typically runs
$146,000–$194,000
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The Senior Project Engineer - Unmanned Systems joins the Test and Evaluation team to navigate complex product development roadmaps from initial concept through production readiness. This role involves developing cross-functional strategies, managing system integration, and overseeing test activities for hardware and software at both system and subsystem levels. The engineer will coordinate personnel, equipment, datalinks, and regulatory compliance while drafting technical documentation like test plans and reports. Key responsibilities include participating in design reviews, leading root cause analysis initiatives, and collaborating with government personnel to align project goals. Required expertise includes autonomous systems testing, DoD developmental efforts, and familiarity with Linux/Unix command-line tools. The candidate must be proficient in agile development tools such as Jira, Confluence, Sharepoint, GHE, and Circle CI while navigating the technical challenges of unmanned systems and defense technology integration.
Systems Engineering
T&E
Linux
Python
Go
C++
Java
JavaScript
Command Line Interface
Tactical Datalinks
MIL-STD-1553
MIL-STD-1760
AS8775
AS5653
Autonomy Software
Software Debugging
Systems Engineering
Requirements Analysis
System Design
Software Architecture
Integration and Testing
Data Analysis
Simulation
AI
Interface Definition Studies
Trade Studies
Data Collection Systems