Anduril
Senior Computer Vision Engineer, Space
$191K–$254K
Costa Mesa, California, United States +2 · Senior · Full-time · Posted Jan 6, 2026
- Location
- Costa Mesa, California, United States
Reston, Virginia, United States
Washington, District of Columbia, United States - Experience
- Advanced professional experience is required; no number of years specified.
- Education
- MS or PhD in Machine Learning, Robotics or Computer Science, or Image Science with emphasis on Computer Vision; BS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
About the job
Develops, integrates, tests, and operates computer vision and autonomy systems for spacecraft across orbital missions.
What you'll do
- Design and prototype computer vision algorithms, software, and simulation tools for space vehicles.
- Integrate and validate vision subsystems through ground testing, hardware-in-the-loop simulation, commissioning, and on-orbit operations.
- Collaborate with engineering teams and mission partners to deliver autonomous spacecraft capabilities and support mission operations.
What they ask for
- MS or PhD in Machine Learning, Robotics or Computer Science, or Image Science with emphasis on Computer Vision; BS in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Advanced professional experience developing and benchmarking ML algorithms on large-scale datasets.
- High proficiency in C++ development in a Linux environment and experience in at least one listed computer vision task and one listed geometry, navigation, or sensor-processing area.
- Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
Nice to have
- Experience with Matlab, Simulink, Python, Go, C++ and/or Linux systems.
- Experience testing computer vision subsystems in space-like laboratory environments, spacecraft operations, or orbital mechanics.
Pay
$191,000 — $254,000 USD (base salary)
Tools
C++, Linux, ML, Matlab, Simulink, Python, Go, Open CV
AI focus
Applies machine learning and computer vision to spacecraft perception, navigation, and autonomous operations.
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