Anduril
Staff Modeling and Simulation Analyst, Air Dominance & Strike, Active Clearance
$200K–$250K
Costa Mesa, California, United States · Staff · Full-time · Posted Aug 20, 2026
- Experience
- 12+ years in a relevant Science or Engineering field. Preferred qualification also states 12+ years or equivalent advanced academic experience (e.g., MS, Ph.D.); 5+ years of hands-on AFSIM scripting is preferred.
About the job
Conduct physics-based, model-driven mission analyses and simulations to inform defense strategy, requirements, and concepts of employment, and communicate findings to internal teams and customers.
What you'll do
- Develop analyses and models using the scientific method, often designing experiments with mission-level simulations.
- Use internal modeling and simulation capabilities to assess Anduril platforms, autonomy, simulation, and perception products.
- Present analytical findings and actionable conclusions in clear written, visual, and verbal formats.
What they ask for
- 12+ years of experience in a relevant Science or Engineering field.
- Currently possess and be able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
- Proficiency in modeling and scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, or Simulink; demonstrated platform and payload MS&A experience.
- Exceptional communication skills and working knowledge of at least one listed mission domain, such as OCA/DCA, ISR, SEAD/DEAD, Electronic Attack, or Long Range Fires.
Nice to have
- 5+ years of hands-on AFSIM scripting experience.
- Experience leading Operations Analysis studies, signal processing, or RF propagation modeling.
Pay
$200,000 — $250,000 USD (base salary)
Tools
Python, MATLAB, Simulink, AFSIM
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