Senior Hydrodynamics Engineer

Anduril is a defence technology company that makes cutting edge hardware using an aggressive high-ownership approach to the engineering design process. Designing subsea vehicles for Anduril products requires a delicate balance of hand calculations multiphysics modeling systems thinking and test verification. Combining these skill sets with Andurils core capability in distributed computing robust networking AI and onboard computer vision puts us in a unique position for market entry in a variety of product verticals. If you are passionate about solving hard technical problems that have a tangible and lasting impact Anduril is the place for you.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Perform conceptual design detailed design test and validation for cutting edge subsea vehicles of your own design.
• Communicate pros/cons of system architecture with respect to product mission requirements.
• Generate and maintain hydro-performance models loads datasets & hydrodynamic databases for multiple vehicle configurations.
• Develop internal tools and efficient report structures for communicating subsea vehicle characteristics with team members in GNC structures propulsion controls test & program management
• Present status at formal reviews conducted both internally and with the Customer. Technical status risk tracking inputs to program planning etc.
• Interview other team members as projects grow in scope and complexity attract strong technical talent.
• Provide inputs into the build out of the business to support Andurils expanding workstatement.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors or higher degree in engineering science or mathematics with experience in some or all of the following disciplines: Vehicle configuration development; Vehicle hydrodynamics; Vehicle dynamics; Hydro-servo-elastics; Propulsion integration; Vehicle Test.
• Deep understanding of some or all of the following knowledge domains: HydroPerformance; Computational Fluid dynamics (CFD); Hydrodynamics; Static &/or Dynamic Loads; Wind tunnel test; Sea Trials and Structural dynamic testing.
• 3-5 years of experience designing subsea vehicle systems in an integrated product team environment.
• Hydrodynamic &/or GNC testing experience data acquisition data post processing (Python preferred).
• Highly motivated self-starting and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision.
• Very organized and willing to establish scope and requirements for ill-defined problems.
• Passion for defending Australia and her allies.
• Must be eligible to obtain and hold an Australian security clearance at the NV2 level.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A prior focus on the design of subsea vehicles for both prototype and production.
• Experience developing machine learning tools to aid in rapid subsea vehicle design.
• Experience developing code in higher level languages (e.g. Python MATLAB C) for developing analytical models data acquisition and automation.

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 (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 Andurils total compensation package. Additionally Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees including:

Healthcare Benefits

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