Senior Systems Engineer, Modeling Warfighter Systems

About the team

Our Warfighter Systems division is pioneering a future where mixed reality (MR) creates immersive intuitive and life-saving technologies. By seamlessly integrating real-time data with cutting-edge visualization tools we are empowering warfighters with unparalleled situational awareness enhanced training experiences and operational superiority. This team is consistently pushing the boundaries of whats possible and shaping a future where technology and defense unite to protect our nation. If this starts to excite you we invite you to read further!

About the job

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Systems Engineer to design develop and validate sophisticated models for our complex electro-mechanical systems with a particular focus on sensors cameras and displays. The ideal candidate will leverage first-principles physics empirical data and advanced mathematical techniques to create high-fidelity predictive models used across the entire product lifecycle from concept exploration and design optimization to control system development and virtual testing. This role is critical in accelerating our product development cycles improving system performance and ensuring robust and reliable operation.

What youll do

• Model Development:
  • Develop mathematical and behavioral models for various sensor types (e.g. IMU Lidar Radar Ultrasonic environmental sensors) capturing characteristics such as noise latency calibration field of view and transfer functions.
  • Create detailed camera models encompassing optics image signal processing pipelines distortion resolution dynamic range and temporal characteristics.
  • Integrate individual component models into comprehensive system-level simulations accurately representing their interactions and overall system dynamics.
  • Develop and maintain Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulation environments.

• Model Validation & Calibration:
  • Design and execute experiments to gather real-world data for model parameter identification calibration and validation.
  • Perform rigorous statistical analysis to quantify model accuracy uncertainty and fidelity against empirical measurements.
  • Identify discrepancies between model predictions and real-world behavior and iteratively refine models for improved accuracy.

• Performance Analysis & Optimization:
  • Conduct trade-off studies using models to optimize system architecture component selection and control strategies based on performance cost power consumption and reliability metrics.
  • Predict system performance under various operating conditions and environmental factors.
  • Perform sensitivity analyses to understand the impact of individual parameters on overall system behavior.
  • Support root cause analysis of system issues using simulation.

• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Electrical Mechanical Controls Software and Test Engineers to define model requirements and integrate models into the broader development process.
  • Clearly communicate complex modeling concepts results and limitations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders through presentations and detailed documentation.

• Tooling & Methodologies:
  • Select evaluate and implement appropriate modeling and simulation tools and techniques.
  • Develop custom scripts and tools to enhance modeling capabilities and automate workflows.
  • Stay abreast of industry best practices new modeling methodologies and emerging simulation technologies.

Required Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in system modeling simulation and analysis particularly with electro-mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated experience in developing models for at least two of the following:

• • Sensors: IMUs (accelerometers gyros) Lidars Radars Ultrasonic sensors microphones etc. (noise characteristics drift latency sensor fusion).
  • Cameras: Optical models image processing pipeline models distortion noise dynamic range rolling shutter effects.
  • Display: See/pass-throughnear eye display architecturesoptical modelingvalidations & human perception

• Strong theoretical foundation in classical and modern control systems dynamics signal processing and numerical methods.
• Proficiency in primary modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink (Simscape a plus) Python (SciPy NumPy Pandas) or C/C.
• Experience with model validation against experimental data and statistical analysis techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with an ability to apply first principles to complex engineering challenges.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment. Strong technical communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• U.S. Person Status: Due to government contract requirements candidates must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder).
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Robotics Aerospace Engineering Physics or a related quantitative field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline.
• Familiarity with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing methodologies and platforms (e.g. dSPACE National Instruments).
• Knowledge of advanced control techniques (e.g. adaptive control optimal control robust control) and estimation algorithms (e.g. Kalman filters particle filters).
• Experience with machine learning techniques for model identification surrogate modeling or data-driven predictions.
• Exposure to systems engineering processes requirements management and configuration control.

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:

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