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versus about
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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.
Anduril Industries currently has
1739 open roles
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Listed pay typically runs
$146,000–$194,000
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Systems Engineer
As a Systems Engineer within the Tactical Recon & Strike division, you will drive technical direction for autonomous aerial systems and propulsion products like Altius, Anvil, Bolt, and Ghost. You will be responsible for driving systems thinking, architectural design, and requirement definitions to ensure safety, reliability, and modularity across various subsystems. Your daily work involves performing System Hazard Analyses (SHAs) and Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (FME(C)As), while coordinating test events ranging from lab simulations to flight tests. You will navigate complex technical initiatives by applying defense standards such as MIL-STD-882 and STANAG. The role requires proficiency in Python, systems engineering principles, and the use of test equipment like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. This position solves critical challenges in developing robust, safety-critical hardware and software for high-performance autonomous robotics in demanding environments.
What does a Systems Engineer earn?
Median $157425 from 196 postings across 32 companies.
Drive systems thinking and architectural design for safety, reliability, and modularity across core products.
Define system and subsystem requirements while developing risk reduction and verification strategies.
Execute and manage System Hazard Analyses (SHAs) and Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (FME(C)As).
Coordinate and execute test events ranging from in-lab software simulations to flight tests.
Interpret and apply defense standards such as STANAG and MIL-STD for safety and interoperability.
Resolve cross-team dependencies and inefficiencies to ensure alignment with the organization's capability roadmap.
Lead complex technical initiatives independently to deliver outcomes across multiple programs simultaneously.
What we're looking for
Degree in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
5+ years experience in the defense or safety-critical industry.
Experience with safety-critical development standards, reliability/safety fault analysis, and requirements-driven verification and validation strategies.
Experience conducting safety and reliability analyses such as PHAs, SHAs, FME(C)As, or FTAs.
Proficiency with systems and Python programming.
Competence with test equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, debuggers, current-probes, and automated testing.
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active Secret U.S. security clearance.
Experience in design engineering, software engineering, or manufacturing/flight testing (preferred); understanding of aerodynamics, avionics, and flight systems (preferred).
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