Systems Engineer, Ghost

ABOUT THE TEAM

In Anduril's Tactical Recon and Strike (TRS) division, we're pushing the boundaries of aerial drone technology. We're the driving force behind groundbreaking products like Ghost, Anvil, Bolt, and Altius, taking them from concept to fully operational systems that are reshaping the landscape of defense and security. Our team tackles the entire spectrum of small drone development (Group 1-3), from the drones themselves to the critical equipment needed for testing, deployment, and operation.

We thrive on solving complex challenges, collaborating with specialist teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions for our customers. In TRS, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, working with state-of-the-art technology and pushing the limits of what autonomous systems can achieve. If you're passionate about creating transformative technology and want to be part of a team that's shaping the future of defense capabilities, we want to hear from you.

Join us in our quest to develop game-changing aerial systems that are redefining what's possible in tactical reconnaissance and strike operations.

We are looking for an owner for a novel, relative navigation solution bridging perception, tracking, guidance for an upcoming product at our headquarters location in Costa Mesa, CA. You will lead development, refinement, and implementation of guidance architecture for systems combining high-cost off board sensing with low-cost off board sensing for current and future variants of a unique precision strike product.

This role will involve usage and direct implementation of state-of-the-art Computer Vision (CV) and Guidance Navigation and Control work (GNC), and will require a level of firmware and electrical hardware familiarity. You will be involved at earliest stage product development, and help shape the capabilities set of the platform to achieve consistent mission success on a hyper-scalable platform developed on an aggressive timeline.

We are a fast-growing company at the early stages of our growth, and you will be expected to own important deliverables during your time on the team, which will have a significant impact on the company’s trajectory. Anduril fosters a diverse, collaborative, culture with plenty of opportunities for ownership and professional growth.

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance. This position will be located at our headquarters in Costa Mesa, CA (relocation benefits provided.)

• Involvement with product architecture and definition of platform capability set
• Define and refine required hardware needed to achieve success criteria
• Develop and refine CV model through in-person testing and training
• Develop and refine GNC algorithms and vehicle simulation software
• Support on-site and off-site product testing and customer demonstrations
• Support and own similar scoping and efforts on future product variants

• Minimum of 3 - 10 years of professional experience or PhD with at least 1 year of professional experience
• BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
• Expertise with C++, Python, and Linux systems
• Expertise in image processing, computer vision, or machine learning
• Experience in one or more of the following: sensor integration, tracking and estimation, motion planning, perception, localization, mapping, guidance, navigation and controls, and related system performance metrics
• Systems programming skills including algorithms, data structures, concurrency and optimization
• Strong analytical & critical thinking and problem-solving skills and an ability to communicate ideas clearly
• Team-player, self-motivated, driven, organized
• Experience with software revision control
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on interdisciplinary teams

• Experience with the rapid development of novel integrated systems

$182,000 — $273,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business…