Staff Electrical Engineer, Sensors

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$191,000–$253,000 / yr
Posted
53 days ago
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Above market

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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 1697 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1504 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Staff Electrical Engineer, Sensors

Staff Electrical Engineer (Sensors) joins the team to lead the design, testing, and validation of proximity sensors for autonomous vehicles. This role involves managing the full lifecycle of PCB design, from requirement gathering and schematic creation to component selection, layout, and integration. The engineer will develop system interconnect diagrams, define wire harnesses, perform vendor evaluations, and conduct root cause analysis during field operations. Key technical requirements include expertise in mixed-signal circuit design, power electronics, and converter design. Candidates must be proficient with tools like Altium or Eagle, as well as test equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. The role requires experience with standard interfaces like CAN, I2C, and SPI, while addressing complex problems in UAS, missile systems, ordnance fuzing, and maritime programs within a defense technology context.

What does a Electrical Engineer earn in California?

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What you'll do

  • Design, test, and validate proximity sensors for autonomous vehicles.
  • Manage the full lifecycle design of vehicle-level integrations from concept through production.
  • Execute full cycle PCB design including requirements, schematics, component selection, layout, and debugging.
  • Develop system interconnect diagrams and define wire harnesses for electronic equipment.
  • Conduct vendor surveys and evaluations to support sourcing for system components.
  • Perform root cause analysis to support field operations.
  • Build and test engine system components through lab, ground, and flight tests.

What we're looking for

  • BS/MS or higher degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
  • 10+ years of experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting complex board designs.
  • Strong background in circuit design, including components and mixed-signals design.
  • Experience with sensor design, build, test, and integration.
  • Design experience in UAS, power electronics, converter design, or powertrain.
  • Proficiency with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, thermal chambers, and automated tests.
  • Familiarity with standard interfaces like CAN, I2C, and SPI.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

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