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Anduril Industries · 1 day ago

Chief Engineer, Hardware- EagleEye Helmet

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$220K/yr - $292K/yr

10+ years exp

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 lead the development of a new Army 'Smart Helmet' and will be responsible for R&D efforts, solving hardware-related problems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and safety standards.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the end to end efforts and team responsible for developing a new Army "Smart Helmet" that combines cutting edge multi spectral sensors, compute, thermal management, and ballistic protection

Own R&D efforts, solving hardware related problems across design and development, analysis and testing

Support continued efforts for manufacturing, optimization and launch

Work with cross functional teams include software, product, design and others to build a best in class product that serves to protect the people using it

Push the boundaries of what is possible in this space but never compromise in quality and safety standards that protect our soldiers

Be driven by your expertise and curiosity to evolve and improve the status quo of this space

Qualification

Hardware EngineeringFinite Element AnalysisMilitary Helmet DesignCAD SkillsMaterial Fabrication TechniquesMIL-STD RequirementsCuriosityTeam CollaborationProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's of Science, Masters or PhD in an engineering field

10+ years Hardware Engineering experience with demonstrated progression in role and breadth across various hardware domains

Experience with designing military helmets, helmet systems, and/or AR/VR wearable systems

Ability to perform finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate helmet performance under impact and stress conditions

Knowledge of techniques for fabricating and assembling materials, including molding, laminating, and machining

Understanding how temperature, humidity, and other environmental factors affect materials and performance

CAD skills (any platform) and ability to make high quality engineering drawings

Must be a U.S. person & eligible to attain a U.S. Security Clearance

Preferred

Experience with a military qualification program and a deep understanding of MIL-STD requirements

Experience in a lab environment

Experience with ceramic and composite armor technologies and ballistics

Understanding the properties and behavior of materials (e.g., Kevlar, carbon fiber, ceramics) used in ballistic protection

Versed in Firearms and Firearm Safety, either in a military or civilian capacity

Experience with NX/Teamcenter, including FEA extensions

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.

Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

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.

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.

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.

Annual reimbursement for professional development

Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Available depending on role eligibility.

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

Pension plan with employer match.

Superannuation plan.