Anduril Industries · 20 hours ago
Principal Motion Designer
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$166K/yr - $220K/yr
7+ years expAnduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing military capabilities through advanced technology. The Principal Motion Designer will develop kinetic visual language for the Anduril brand, leading visual concepts across brand and technical narratives using both 2D and 3D elements.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Visual development of kinetic text and motion graphics, mission scenes, animations utilizing both 2D and 3D assets
Conceptualize and create style frames and storyboards of narratives
Steer development of visualization techniques and styles
Provide clear and constructive feedback during design critiques
Contribute to daily design inspiration and discussions
Evolve and oversee design explorations and style guides
Keep up with industry standard workflows, processes, and tools
Partner with the producer, design leads, and departments including marketing, and communications
Qualification
Required
Minimum 7-8 years professional experience in Motion Design
Portfolio demonstrating a strong familiarity with a range of animation techniques, the ability to transform complex ideas into compelling visual narratives, and a refined stylistic point of view
Deep understanding of design fundamentals: form, color, composition, typography
Technical fluency in 2D + 3D software of choice
A team player who brings a unique sense of aesthetics and passion for bringing concepts to life
Must work on-site in Costa Mesa, CA
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
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.
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
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