Deputy Chief Engineer, PES · Anduril

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:58:10 GMT
Engineering

Anduril · Costa Mesa, California, United States · $146,000-$220,000 USD · onsite

As part of the Tactical Recon & Strike division, the Precision Engagement Systems (PES) team at Anduril develops aerial small drones (Group 1-2) and all equipment to test, deploy, and operate. The team is responsible for taking products like Anvil and Bolt from paper sketches to operational systems. We work in close coordination with specialist teams to solve some of the hardest problems facing our customers.

We are looking for software engineers, hardware engineers, roboticists, and front-end mobile developers who are excited about creating a powerful robotics platform that can be tasked and viewed in real-time through a variety of interfaces.

Key responsibilities include:

Conceptualizing system architecture for upgrades and enhancements to existing vehicle systems

Conceptual designs of small drones including sizing, system performance, and initial prototyping

Layout system design plans and interfaces for new UAV products and platforms

Working within a team of multidisciplinary engineers and specialists throughout the life of UAV design and integration process

Managing tactical engineering efforts, interfacing between different engineering and test disciplines

Drafting and developing test plans for critical subsystems, and supporting vehicle level acceptance testing

Developing interface controls for partners and customers for hardware, software, and electrical integration of complex and unique payloads with existing and new Anduril UAVs

Achieving maximum uptime by leading vehicle data analysis efforts to identify performance trends and develop predictive failure models

Supporting build and benchtop testing of new vehicle systems

Conducting hands-on UAV testing with occasional travel

Required qualifications include:

7-10 years of industry experience, including system architecture

Familiarity with concepts of systems engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, software development, and control theory

Demonstrated experience with conceptual design and vehicle system architecture

Proven track record of progressing from clean sheet design to functioning hardware

Hands-on build and prototyping of complex robotic or aircraft systems

A passion for systems development, integration, and testing

Knowledge of electronics troubleshooting and ability to use basic test equipment

Extremely organized and detail-oriented

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

A sincere commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture

Ability to travel as required for test planning and execution

Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Preferred qualifications include:

Experience developing electromechanical system models to inform the design, operation, and troubleshooting of complex subsystems

Hands-on manufacturing and/or flight testing experience

Experience in design engineering

Experience in software engineering

Understanding of aerodynamics, avionics, and flight systems