Senior Systems Engineer, Edge Compute and Communications
Job Location:
Costa Mesa, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Team and Role Overview:
Andurils Edge Compute and Communications (ECC) team is seeking a dynamic Systems Engineer who can break the mold and redefine how we develop mission-critical command and control ground systems. Were looking beyond traditional defense industry approaches for innovative problem-solvers who can navigate complexity drive technical excellence and deliver exceptional products that our military customers depend on including:
- Deployable TSCIF/SAPF certified self-contained shelters (Menace-I)
- Expeditionary vehicle & on-the-move form factors (Menace-X)
- Human-portable roll-on/roll-off form factors (Menace-T)
- Rugged Edge Compute Comms Chassis (Voyager)
This role is perfect for systems thinkers who thrive at the intersection of multiple technical domains possess a bias for action and want to create groundbreaking solutions rather than follow conventional playbooks.
Key Responsibilities:
Systems Architecture & Innovation:
- Reimagine system requirements through first-principles thinking challenging traditional approaches to create more robust adaptable solutions
- Lead cross-functional integration between hardware and software teams serving as the technical glue that transforms separate components into cohesive systems
- Identify critical user needs and translate them into technical solutions that delight customers and outperform legacy systems
Strategic Documentation & Digital Transformation:
- Revolutionize how we document complex systems leveraging modern tools (Cameo MBSC digital twins) to visualize architectures and model system performance
- Create technical narratives that communicate complex ideas clearly to stakeholders at all levels
- Build the digital backbone that enables rapid iteration and continuous improvement of our products
Technical Leadership & Execution:
- Operate as the driving force behind critical product decisions balancing technical tradeoffs while maintaining system integrity
- Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in the development process enabling the team to deliver breakthrough capabilities faster
- Own the technical risk management process ensuring systems meet rigorous military standards without sacrificing innovation
Qualifications:
- 4-9 years of systems engineering experience preferably with exposure to rapid product development environments
- Track record of delivering complex technical systems that work in real-world environments
- Experience bridging the gap between theoretical engineering and practical implementation
- Strong technical intuition paired with excellent communication skills
- Comfortable making decisions with imperfect information and adapting as new data emerges
- Experience with modern engineering tools and methodologies
- Military systems experience a plus but innovative thinking and problem-solving ability matter more
Join us at ECC to reinvent what systems engineering means in the defense sector. If youre ready to break down traditional barriers create revolutionary products and have outsized impact through your technical leadership we want to talk to you!
US Salary Range
$166000 - $208000 USD
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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Required Experience:
Senior IC
