Space Special Projects, Engineering Manager

Anduril Industries

Job Location:

Reston, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About The Team
Andurils Space team is at the forefront of advancing national security capabilities in the space domain. Our mission is twofold: 1) develop autonomous satellite systems and space-based platforms and 2) deliver critical ground and orbital software infrastructure at scale. We transform products and capabilities across space command and control (C2) mission management and space operations from early concepts into fully operational systems by partnering closely with specialist engineering operations and production teams. Through our integrated approach we design and deploy space software systems using advanced algorithms distributed architectures and resilient infrastructuredelivering reliable mission-critical capabilities that support operators across orbital and ground-based assets. Space Systems hires software engineers and systems engineers who are excited to build across a diverse and powerful portfoliofrom satellite operations software to space domain awareness platforms. Our teams contribute to highly capable autonomous space systems and ground software products that operate reliably in the most demanding mission environments supporting the DOD and IC in defending our national interests in space.

About The Job
Anduril is hiring Engineering Managers to lead software teams delivering mission outcomes in the space domain. Depending on level and fit youll lead a single high-performing team a group of teams or a broader portfolio spanning space C2 mission management and satellite operations software. All of these roles combine hands-on technical leadership with people management customer engagement and program execution. Were looking for managers who can set technical direction grow strong teams and drive complex space programs from concept to operational delivery. More senior candidates will additionally own multi-team strategy executive-level customer relationships and portfolio-scale outcomes.

WHAT YOULL DO:

Lead and grow software teams delivering across satellite software ground systems space C2 mission management and space simulation
Drive rigorous software development V&V and integration in a fast-moving space delivery environment taking systems from prototype to production
Partner with customers program leadership and cross-functional engineering to translate mission intent into a credible technical roadmap and execution plan
Manage program executionscope schedule risk and customer/capital spendon high-stakes space programs
Attract retain and develop strong software engineers with (or eager to build) space domain expertise
Set strategy across multiple teams or a portfolio weaving customer intent technical roadmap and Andurils outcomes into a long-term plan for the business line
Operate as a senior customer-facing leader across DoD Space Force IC and partner stakeholders including executive-level engagements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Active U.S. Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance
Prior experience supporting DoD or IC customers
Experience managing software engineers and shipping complex software systems end-to-end (Designed Built Delivered)
Working knowledge of space operations satellite systems and/or space C2or strong adjacent domain experience (defense mission systems distributed/embedded systems) plus clear motivation to go deep on space
Engineering product background with experience building technical products in space or a closely related domain
Track record of partnering directly with customers or program stakeholders on high-stakes deliveries
Ability to decompose complex system problems and define scope timelines and milestones
Experience working cross-functionally across engineering product and program disciplines
Bachelors degree in Software Engineering Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience; strong preference for software / space systems background

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience leading space programs from initial concept through test and delivery to customers
Software-centric background with integration experience against 3rd-party space systems and legacy ground infrastructure
Software and hardware systems experience in space operations ground systems or satellite systems
Experience with Space C2 systems mission management platforms or space domain awareness tools
Familiarity with space software standards modular space services architectures and system interoperability
Experience with space simulation spacecraft operations or integration with ground hardware (sensors radars telescopes)
Understanding of orbital mechanics space situational awareness or satellite communications
Track record of building and running a portfolio of programs spanning major customer/capital spend and/or IRAD
Experience creating teams and org strategy and aligning them around a shared vision in the space domain
Managing complex stakeholder relationships across government agencies Space Force IC combatant commands or international partners
History of managing multiple enterprise-scale partners in the space domain

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:

Benefits

At Anduril we invest in our people. Our comprehensive competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures youre supported in health recovery and whatever comes next.For more information Explore Our Benefits.

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Required Experience:

Manager

About The TeamAndurils Space team is at the forefront of advancing national security capabilities in the space domain. Our mission is twofold: 1) develop autonomous satellite systems and space-based platforms and 2) deliver critical ground and orbital software infrastructure at scale. We transform p...

Lead and grow software teams delivering across satellite software ground systems space C2 mission management and space simulation
Drive rigorous software development V&V and integration in a fast-moving space delivery environment taking systems from prototype to production
Partner with customers program leadership and cross-functional engineering to translate mission intent into a credible technical roadmap and execution plan
Manage program executionscope schedule risk and customer/capital spendon high-stakes space programs
Attract retain and develop strong software engineers with (or eager to build) space domain expertise
Set strategy across multiple teams or a portfolio weaving customer intent technical roadmap and Andurils outcomes into a long-term plan for the business line
Operate as a senior customer-facing leader across DoD Space Force IC and partner stakeholders including executive-level engagements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Active U.S. Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance
Prior experience supporting DoD or IC customers
Experience managing software engineers and shipping complex software systems end-to-end (Designed Built Delivered)
Working knowledge of space operations satellite systems and/or space C2or strong adjacent domain experience (defense mission systems distributed/embedded systems) plus clear motivation to go deep on space
Engineering product background with experience building technical products in space or a closely related domain
Track record of partnering directly with customers or program stakeholders on high-stakes deliveries
Ability to decompose complex system problems and define scope timelines and milestones
Experience working cross-functionally across engineering product and program disciplines
Bachelors degree in Software Engineering Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience; strong preference for software / space systems background

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience leading space programs from initial concept through test and delivery to customers
Software-centric background with integration experience against 3rd-party space systems and legacy ground infrastructure
Software and hardware systems experience in space operations ground systems or satellite systems
Experience with Space C2 systems mission management platforms or space domain awareness tools
Familiarity with space software standards modular space services architectures and system interoperability
Experience with space simulation spacecraft operations or integration with ground hardware (sensors radars telescopes)
Understanding of orbital mechanics space situational awareness or satellite communications
Track record of building and running a portfolio of programs spanning major customer/capital spend and/or IRAD
Experience creating teams and org strategy and aligning them around a shared vision in the space domain
Managing complex stakeholder relationships across government agencies Space Force IC combatant commands or international partners
History of managing multiple enterprise-scale partners in the space domain

Benefits

Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams

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 @ 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 agencys 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 senders email domain is @ 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.