Anduril
Systems Engineer
$147K–$196K
Costa Mesa, California, United States · Full-time · Posted Jun 2, 2026
- Experience
- 7-10 years of industry experience, including but not limited to systems engineering.
About the job
Designs, integrates, and tests small UAV systems and their hardware, software, and payload interfaces from concept through operational testing.
What you'll do
- Develop UAV system architectures, design plans, and conceptual drone designs, including sizing and performance.
- Coordinate engineering and test disciplines; develop subsystem test plans and support vehicle acceptance testing.
- Analyze vehicle data to identify performance trends and predictive failures, and support system builds and hands-on UAV testing.
What they ask for
- Familiarity with systems engineering, mechanical and electrical engineering, software development, and control theory.
- Hands-on build and prototyping experience with complex robotic or aircraft systems; electronics troubleshooting and basic test equipment use.
- Ability to travel as required and obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, communication, and collaborative skills.
Nice to have
- Experience developing electromechanical system models; manufacturing or flight testing experience.
- Design engineering or software engineering experience; understanding of aerodynamics, avionics, and flight systems.
Pay
$147,000 — $196,000 USD (base salary)
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