Low Observable Systems Engineer - Unmanned Air Vehicles

PLEASE NOTE: This role requires relocation to our HQ in Costa Mesa, CA. Relocation assistance will be provided.

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Air Dominance and Strike Low Observable Team are advancing into the next generation of LO Technology to enhance the survivability and effectiveness of unmanned air systems. Our Low Observables engineering team is responsible for designing, analyzing, testing, and sustaining stealth features that reduce radar (RCS) and infrared (IR) signatures, ensuring our systems remain undetectable in contested environments.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Assist in the design and development of Low Observable (LO) unmanned air vehicles
• Perform broadband Radar Cross Section (RCS) analysis of components and full air vehicles
• Develop analysis tools, workflows, and validation processes for RCS analysis
• Model and optimize LO materials for utilization in components and air vehicles
• Aid in the development of manufacturing and validation plans for LO air vehicles
• Plan and execute RCS testing of LO air vehicles and components

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8+ years of experience with LO aircraft
• Proficient knowledge of LO design, analysis, and validation methodologies
• Experience with RCS analysis tools such as X-Patch, SENTRi, McMoM2D, FEKO, HFSS, CST or other company specific Computational ElectroMagnetics (CEM) analysis packages

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• Familiarity with how to model and design with LO materials
• Experience with LO airframe design, LO coating integration, and subsystem integrations
• Experience with CAD software packages such as NX, CATIA
• Experience with various manufacturing methods such as composites, 3D printing, casting, injection molding, etc.)
• Experience with Indoor and/or outdoor RCS testing of LO component and/or air vehicles
• BS or higher degree in STEM discipline
• Must possess and be able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with the design and manufacture of LO materials
• Experience with LO manufacturing techniques related to LO edges
• Experience with designing and/or RCS analysis of LO apertures
• Experience with RCS flight testing
• Experience with Tier 1 or Tier 2 inspections tools
• Experience with scripting tools such as Matlab, Python, C++

Healthcare Benefits

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

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• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

• Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
• Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
• Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

• US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
• UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
• AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

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