Senior Systems Engineer, Expeditionary Systems

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.Team and Role Overview:Anduril's Expeditionary Systems team designs and delivers containerized command centers, datacenter-strength AI capabilities, launched effects, and sensing systems for US and Allied militaries. These complete, mission-ready solutions provide survivable, intensive compute at the edge and enable rapid, low-cost deployment of proliferated, survivable capabilities across the entire military echelon.Our product areas include:Command & Control — deployable, certified command centers for tactical and operational headquartersAI Factories — ruggedized, high-density compute platforms that bring datacenter- class AI processing to the tactical edgeEffects — containerized launcher and weapon system platforms enabling rapid deployment of proliferated, survivable strike capabilitiesSensing — expeditionary sensor systems in transportable form factorsWe're seeking a Systems Engineer to join a lean, high-output team where every engineer has direct impact on fielded products.

You'll own systems engineering across the full lifecycle — from concept and architecture through integration, test, and deployment — on products that go to real units in real operational environments.Key Responsibilities:Systems Architecture & DesignDevelop system architectures and lead design trades across mechanical, electrical, software, thermal, and power domainsDecompose operational needs into system and subsystem requirements with clear traceability, testability, and allocationCreate and maintain systems engineering artifacts including ICDs, system block diagrams, ConOps, and requirements specificationsDrive SWaP, transportability, survivability, and human factors trades that shape the product from day oneLead and support design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) with technical rigor and cross-functional alignmentIntegration, Verification & ValidationOwn verification and validation planning and execution across analysis, inspection, demonstration, and testSupport system integration activities, troubleshooting cross-discipline issues as hardware, software, and firmware come togetherConduct FMEA/FMECA and manage technical risk throughout the development lifecycleSupport environmental qualification campaigns (thermal, vibration, shock, EMI/EMC, transportation)Travel to field exercises, deployments, and customer sites to validate system performance, support operators, and bring feedback back to the design teamDocumentation & ProcessDevelop and maintain Technical Data Packages (TDPs), Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMPs), and program documentationUtilize modern systems engineering tools (Cameo, MBSE/SysML, Jama, DOORS) to model architectures, manage requirements, and maintain traceabilityBuild documentation that enables customers to operate, maintain, and sustain Anduril products in the field without on-site supportEnsure compliance with applicable MIL-STDs and defense standardsQualifications:Required:Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or related technical discipline2-6 years of systems engineering experience in a complex, multidisciplinary environmentExperience developing, documenting, and maturing systems from design through production or fieldingAbility to work across engineering disciplines — comfortable engaging with mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing teamsStrong requirements development and documentation skillsExcellent written and verbal communicationU.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearancePreferred:Active Secret or TS/SCI clearanceExperience with containerized, expeditionary, or ruggedized military systemsFamiliarity with military standards (MIL-STD-461, -810, -1275, -1316, -1760)Experience with systems engineering tools: Cameo, MBSE/SysML, DOORS, JamaExperience with weapon system integration, launch systems, C2 systems, or high-performance compute platformsExposure to rapid prototyping and hardware delivery on compressed timelinesField support or deployment experience with military end usersMaster's degree in Systems Engineering or related fieldUS Salary Range$166,000—$208,000 USDThe 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 (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: BenefitsAt Anduril, we invest in our people.

Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.Protecting Yourself from Recruitment ScamsAnduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.Please always verify communications:Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to  Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to  Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.Data PrivacyTo view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit . By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process.

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