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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.
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Listed pay typically runs
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The Senior Systems Engineer joins the Tactical Recon & Strike team to develop aerial small drones, including the Altius, Anvil, Bolt, and Ghost products. This role involves defining systems engineering strategies, driving requirements, and managing verification for core defense systems. You will design and implement automated system-level integration tests on SITL, HITL, and hybrid testbeds, while coordinating frequent test events ranging from in-lab simulations to full hardware-in-the-loop demonstrations. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with NATO UAV and MIL-STD-882E standards and managing cross-functional technical roadmaps. Required skills include proficiency in Python, C++, or Rust, experience with cloud platforms like AWS, and expertise in safety-critical software development. You will also utilize tools such as Palantir Foundry, Tableau, and AFSIM for large-scale data modeling and analysis.
What does a Systems Engineer earn?
Median $160000 from 251 postings across 41 companies.
Define systems engineering strategies to drive requirements and verification for core drone products.
Design and implement automated system-level integration tests on SITL, HITL, and hybrid testbeds.
Execute frequent test events ranging from in-lab software simulations to full hardware-in-the-loop demonstrations.
Develop testing strategies and compliance plans for industry standards like NATO UAV and MIL-STD-882E.
Manage and unblock cross-functional projects while resolving systemic execution issues across the team.
Translate ambiguous high-level problems into actionable engineering processes and comprehensive verification plans.
Propose technical alternatives at the architectural level to ensure robust and reliable system performance.
What we're looking for
5+ years of experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, or Rust for analysis and simulation.
Degree in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field.
Experience in safety-critical industries with safety-critical software development standards and requirements-driven verification and validation strategies.
Experience with cloud infrastructure platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud for software deployment and scalability.
Proficiency in large-scale data modeling, data analysis, and visualization using tools like Palantir Foundry, Tableau, or AFSIM.
Skilled in Statistics and AI/ML.
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.
Experience with sensor modeling, simulation, and analysis to support system design (preferred).