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Anduril Industries · 8 hours ago

Chief Engineer

Victorville, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$222K/yr - $263K/yr

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. The Chief Engineer will own the technical development of large aircraft from conceptual design through to production and sustainment, leading technical execution and ensuring programmatic success.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead technical and programmatic execution of new and existing air vehicle systems design, fabrication, test, productization and sustainment

Own the technical and programmatic success of your programs, establish technical and programmatic vision assemble teams of internal and external subject matter experts, and communicate that vision to them

Set up trades to enable the exploration of early conceptual designs while working closely with technical SME’s and Business Development teams to find the right solution to current and future gaps in the DOD capability to ensure the warfighter has the best solution for current and future conflicts

Manage the detailed design of the system and subsystems including requirements development, sub-system trades and optimization, risk management etc. to ensure the appropriate consideration of design key performance parameters, schedule, costs and risks

Coordinate the fabrication of prototype and low-rate production articles and subsystem/system level test efforts

Support remotely deployed operations of your systems

Work with senior leadership to ensure resource plans are adequate for work scope

Qualification

Unmanned aircraft expertiseAerospace engineeringProgram managementSystem optimizationDOD systems experienceTroubleshooting skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Deep understanding of unmanned aircraft at and above Group 3 class

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Software engineering, or equivalent experience in a relevant field

Experience in a senior role leading air vehicle programs from initial concept through test and delivery to customers

Experience driving strategic direction in competitive landscapes, solving complex system optimization challenges under tight constraints

Proven ability to deliver functional capabilities while aligning technical objectives with programmatic outcomes

Demonstrated collaboration and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders

Strong understanding of the 'why' behind Vehicle and Systems design

Experience working on mission critical DOD systems

Experience troubleshooting and analyzing remotely deployed systems

Travel up to 50% to Customer and Test Sites

Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

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.

Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

Pension plan with employer match.

Superannuation plan.