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Anduril Industries · 2 days ago

Senior Low Observables Engineer - Mission Systems

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$146K/yr - $194K/yr

8+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. The Senior Low Observables Engineer will assist in the design and development of antennas for low observable unmanned air vehicles, ensuring the effectiveness and stealth of military systems.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in the design and development of antennas that go on low observable unmanned air vehicles

Design, simulate, and optimize antennas that meet RF performance while maintaining RADAR cross section requirements

Develop and decompose requirements by performing link-budget analysis to support RF system architecture trades such as required antenna gain, pattern coverage, co-site interference, etc

Lead IR&D development of antenna designs by rapid design and prototyping of antennas to support program emerging needs

Work with subcontractors and/or internal development teams to integrate antenna systems onto unmanned platforms

Develop analysis tools, workflows, and validation processes for antenna predictions

Plan and execute antenna performance and RCS testing of Low Observable antennas components and installed antenna testing

Qualification

RFAntenna R&DAntenna modeling toolsAntenna prototypingMATLABC++PythonLow Observable technologyPhased array designsAntenna measurement techniquesFast-paced environment

Required

8+ years of Research & Development experience of general RF and antennas

Proficient knowledge of RF concepts which as aperture antennas, impedance matching, smith chart, etc

Proficient in antenna prototyping tools and techniques

Experience with antenna modeling and prediction tools, such as Computational Electromagnetic (CEM) tools, HFSS, CST Microwave Studio, SENTRi, ADS, FEKO

Proficient in building RF analytical tools in MATLAB, C++, Python

Proficient in antenna measurement techniques such as anechoic chamber, near field/far field RF measurements, RCS measurements

BS or higher degree in STEM discipline

Must possess and be able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Preferred

Experience with designing LO apertures

Experience in phased array designs, RF front-ends, and testing

Hands-on maintenance experience with Low Observable aircraft

Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding environment

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan