Chief Engineer, Intel Systems

ABOUT THE JOB

Anduril is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the design development and technical integration for a product line of critical network capabilities. This role is not just about leading; its about re-envisioning the technical future of secure resilient and high-bandwidth communication for all of Anduril and the DoWs autonomous platforms and integrated defense solutions. A successful candidate will not only have a strong technical background but must also possess a vision for leadership that embraces Andurils mission to disrupt the defense technology ecosystem across technical and programmatic domains.

As Chief Engineer you will be responsible for the end-to-end technical success and architectural coherence of complex multi-disciplinary network systems. You will operate at the intersection of complex engineering challenges in embedded systems networking protocols mechanical integration and strategic program execution. You will work directly with our most senior technical leaders program managers and customers to define build and deliver cutting-edge networking capabilities that impact national security.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Technical Vision & Architecture: Own and define the comprehensive technical architecture design principles and engineering roadmap for complex distributed network systems. Ensure technical consistency scalability performance and cyber-resilience across all technical domains (embedded software UI/UX design network protocols hardware integration ruggedized mechanical designs).
• System Integrity & Risk Management: Serve as the ultimate technical arbiter ensuring the integrity reliability security and survivability of our network systems in contested and high security environments. Proactively identify and mitigate technical risks related to performance security and physical robustness.
• Engineering Leadership & Mentorship: Provide decisive technical leadership and guidance to large multi-disciplinary engineering teams (Mechanical Electrical Software) to deliver high quality products that can be manufactured at scale. Foster a culture of technical excellence rigorous design rapid iteration and continuous improvement ensuring seamless collaboration across disciplines.
• Strategic Technical Guidance: Translate strategic objectives and customer needs into actionable technical requirements and solutions. Drive trade studies technology selections and critical design decisions related to network topology protocol selection embedded hardware integration power management thermal management and software-defined networking.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary technical interface with internal stakeholders (Product Program Management Executive Leadership) and external stakeholders (customers partners regulatory bodies) clearly articulating complex technical concepts challenges and solutions for network capabilities.
• Rapid Prototyping Fielding and Scaled Production: Drive aggressive timelines for design development integration and testing of network systems supporting rapid prototyping fielding and scaled production of operational capabilities for defense applications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 15 years of progressive experience in complex network systems engineering R&D and product development with a significant portion in a leadership or Chief Engineer capacity for multi-disciplinary systems.
• Deep and broad technical expertise across network system design and implementation encompassing significant experience in at least two of the following areas with a strong understanding of the others:
  • Software Engineering: Network protocols (e.g. IP routing transport layer) distributed systems embedded networking real-time operating systems cybersecurity for networks data link layer implementation.
  • Electrical Engineering: Digital communications power systems for ruggedized network nodes high-speed digital design for embedded processors PCB design for communication systems.
  • Mechanical Engineering: Ruggedized enclosure design thermal management for radios and processors vibration/shock mitigation integration of network hardware onto various platforms (airborne ground maritime soldier-worn).
  • Cross-disciplinary systems integration experience particularly bridging the gap between hardware and software for robust network performance in demanding environments.
• Proven ability to define architect and lead the development of highly complex integrated network systems from concept through deployment and sustainment.
• Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of building mentoring and inspiring high-performing multi-disciplinary technical teams in fast-paced challenging environments.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic technical planning roadmapping and managing technical debt while delivering on aggressive schedules for networking products.
• Strong problem-solving acumen with the ability to break down highly ambiguous technical challenges related to network performance and resilience and drive to practical innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences including executives customers and technical teams across different engineering disciplines.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Robotics or a related technical field. Masters or Ph.D. preferred.
• Minimum Secret Security Clearance required. (Active TS/SCI strongly preferred).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Background in cybersecurity for network infrastructure and resilience against near-peer nation state cyber risks.
• Experience with network modeling simulation and analysis tools for predicting performance in diverse environments.
• Demonstrated ability to drive technical decisions involving significant financial and programmatic impact for network system development.
• Familiarity with military communication standards and requirements (e.g. Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) concepts).

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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