Anduril Industries · 1 day ago
Mission Operations Analysis Engineer, Space
Costa Mesa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$113K/yr - $149K/yr
3+ years expAnduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing military capabilities through advanced technology. As a Mission Operations Analysis Engineer, you will design mission solutions, develop simulations, and perform physics-level modeling for various space missions, collaborating closely with multiple engineering teams.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop model-driven analysis (and often the models themselves)
Develop a deep understanding of transformational value of Anduril platform, autonomy, simulation, and perception products
Use our advanced internal M&S capabilities to give our analyses an asymmetric advantage over competitors
Convey the value through life of AI-powered distributed systems over traditional industrial offerings
Provide rigorous analytical products which will be used to guide hardware engineering and convince stakeholders of our value advantage
Qualification
Required
Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
Space Mission MS&A experience - for example, working knowledge of constellation design, space trajectory design, and physics-level modeling across a wide variety of space missions
Spacecraft & Payload MS&A experience— ability to perform physics-based trade-space analyses for spacecraft propulsion, power, thermal management, and payloads such as RADAR, SATCOM, and/or EOIR
Outstanding communication skills to include visual presentation of complex data
Strong background in orbital mechanics and space environment
Proficiency with physics-math scripting (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python+numpy, scipy)
Strong engineering background, preferably in Astrodynamics, Aerospace Engineering, Dynamics and Controls Engineering, or other related engineering field
Preferred
3+ years in a relevant Science/Engineering field
Rendezvous Proximity Operations (RPO) Trajectory Design & Space Payloads experience
Exceptional proficiency with physics-math scripting of your choice (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK, Python+numpy, scipy)
Proficiency with STK and Astrogator
Experience with genetic algorithms, machine learning, AI, and reinforcement learning algorithms
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: US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
Company
Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a defense product company that builds technology for military agencies and border surveillance.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.25BKey Investors
AlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders FundU.S. Department of Defense
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
2025-01-07Grant· $14.3M
Leadership Team
Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
Joseph Chen
Co-founder
Recent News
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2026-01-11
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