Senior Systems Engineer, Space Imaging

Anduril Industries

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Work type: On-site
Location: Waltham, MA
Salary: $166,000–$220,000 / yr
Posted: 3 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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 2000 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Senior Systems Engineer, Space Imaging

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The Space Imaging team is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join their fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment. In this role, you will define active EO/IR system architectures through detailed trade studies and analyses, develop physics-based models of sensor performance, and validate these models against real-world data. You will also lead small teams in the development of prototype systems from concept ideation to delivery, engaging with hardware, software, and mission teams to ensure high-performance outcomes. Proficiency in analytical toolchains like MATLAB or Python is essential, along with experience using industry-standard EO/IR modeling software such as MODTRAN and SPIRITS. Ideal candidates have a background in space sensors and systems, strong laboratory skills, and the ability to work on complex projects from initial concept through test and delivery.

Skills

MATLAB Python MODTRAN SPIRITS AFSIM FPGA MCU LiDAR Radar EO/IR space sensors electro-mechanical control systems opto-electrical test equipment signature modeling software scenario modeling software

What you'll do

Define system architectures through detailed trade studies and analyses.
Develop physics-based models of sensor performance to derive requirements.
Lead the development of prototype sensor systems in laboratory settings.
Validate models against real-world data from lab and field tests.
Coordinate with hardware, software, and mission teams for high-performance systems.

What we're looking for

Extensive experience in system architecture definition and trade analyses for EO/IR systems.
Proficiency in analytical toolchains like MATLAB or Python, with knowledge of industry-standard EO/IR modeling software (MODTRAN, SPIRITS).
Strong laboratory skills including rapid prototyping and opto-electrical test equipment familiarity.
Experience in developing and validating models against real-world data from lab and field tests.
Knowledge of space sensor systems and electro-mechanical control system performance requirements.

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