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Anduril Industries · 1 month ago

Director of Guidance, Navigation and Controls

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$254K/yr - $336K/yr

3+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company dedicated to enhancing military capabilities through innovative technology. The Director of Guidance, Navigation and Controls will lead the GNC team in developing and validating software solutions for autonomous drones, while mentoring team members and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project success.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Own the roadmap for all GNC-related systems architecture and design

Lead your team to deliver projects on time under tight deadlines, while engaging directly in key technical decisions

Mentor and grow a full-sized team, fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation

Work with cross-disciplinary stakeholders to define requirements and appropriately delegate tasks within your team

Develop, debug, and test flight controllers and guidance algorithms using C++ and Simulink

Establish robust processes for building regression testing pipelines at both system and unit levels

Lead the development of Software-In-The-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-In-The-Loop (HIL) tests in preparation for flight trials

Collaborate closely with the flight software team to integrate and validate autocoded GNC software through simulation

Analyze test data from flight control systems and subsystems to verify vehicle performance, evaluate algorithm/controller behavior, and troubleshoot issues during testing or operational scenarios

Qualification

GuidanceNavigation ControlFlight Control DesignC++SimulinkRobotics EngineeringData AnalysisStakeholder CollaborationTeam LeadershipMentoringProblem Solving

Required

BS in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field with a focus on dynamics and control

3+ years of experience leading a GNC department

Proven experience with airborne platforms

You must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance

Preferred

MS in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

Experience in flight control design and analysis for fixed and rotary wing aircraft or missile systems

Hands-on experience integrating and debugging navigation systems for aerial platforms

Background in developing guidance algorithms for ISR platforms

Experience with Simulink Embedded Coder

Proven expertise in running Software-In-The-Loop and Hardware-In-The-Loop simulations

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

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

UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.

AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.