Deputy Chief Engineer, PES

Anduril Industries Inc

Costa Mesa, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Aerodynamics, Avionics, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Electrical Engineering Software, Electricity, Electromechanical Systems, Electronics, Engineering, Engineering Management, Hardware Design, Integration Testing, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Mobile Applications Development, Organizational Skills, Predictive Modeling, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Prototyping, Robotics, Security Clearance, Software Development, Software Engineering, Software Testing, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Equipment, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, Trend Analysis, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Wheel/Front-End Loader, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Costa Mesa, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

ABOUT THE TEAM

As part of the larger Tactical Recon & Strike division, the Precision Engagement Systems (PES) team at Anduril develops aerial small drones (Group 1-2) and all equipment to test, deploy and operate. The team is responsible for taking products like Anvil and Bolt from paper sketches to operational systems. We work in close coordination with specialist teams to solve some of the hardest problems facing our customers. We are looking for software engineers, hardware engineers, roboticists, and front-end mobile developers who are excited about creating a powerful robotics platform that can be tasked and viewed in real-time through a variety of interfaces.

WHAT YOULL DO

Conceptualize system architecture for upgrades and enhancements to existing vehicle systems Conceptual designs of small drones including sizing, system performance and initial prototyping Layout system design plans and interfaces for new UAV products and platforms Work within a team of multidisciplinary engineers and specialists throughout the life of UAV design and integration process Manage tactical engineering efforts, interfacing between different engineering and test disciplines Draft and develop test plans for critical subsystems, and support vehicle level acceptance testing Develop interface controls for partners and customers for hardware, software, and electrical integration of complex and unique payloads with existing and new Anduril UAVs Achieve maximum uptime by leading vehicle data analysis efforts to identify performance trends and develop predictive failure models Support build and benchtop testing of new vehicle systems Conduct hands-on UAV testing with occasional travel

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

7-10 years of industry experience including but not limited to system architecture Familiarity with concepts of systems engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, software development, and control theory Demonstrated experience with conceptual design and vehicle system architecture Proven track record of progressing from clean sheet design to functioning hardware Hands-on build and prototyping of complex robotic or aircraft systems A passion for systems development, integration, and testing Knowledge of electronics troubleshooting and ability to use basic test equipment Extremely organized and detail-oriented Excellent verbal & written communication skills A sincere commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture Ability to travel as required for test planning and execution Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREferred QUALIFICATIONS

Experience developing electromechanical system models to inform the design, operation, and troubleshooting of complex subsystems Hands-on manufacturing and/or flight testing experience Experience in design engineering Experience in software engineering Understanding of aerodynamics, avionics, and flight systems

About the Company

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Anduril Industries Inc