Anduril Industries · 14 hours ago
Staff Project Engineer
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$166K/yr - $220K/yr
8+ years expAnduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. The Staff Project Engineer will be involved in new development and solving complex problems, collaborating on integration and testing strategies while supporting various engineering teams.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Collaborate on integration, maintenance and testing strategies to achieve program objectives
Facilitate and coordinate all aspects of testing activates. Including but not limited to: personnel, equipment, datalinks, test facilities, and legal compliance
Support programs as a T&E CAM, tacking headcount and expenses
Work oversight and guidance of all test and integration efforts at the system and subsystem levels
Communicate clearly, and in writing, all facets of a flight test program to include test plans, test procedures, flight cards and test reports
Work with multiple cross-department organizations to plan test events and lead the successful execution of those test events
Participate in requirements development and design reviews with various engineering teams
Support safety review boards and test readiness reviews
Leading or contributing to RCA teams or initiatives
Facilitation/creation of associated system documentation (system manuals, checklists, acceptance procedures, etc)
Responsibility and authority are equal with skills, experience, and program objectives
Coordination includes project and test progress status, interfacing with program leadership, preparing and maintaining technical and tactical level schedules and plans, and managing resource constraints
Support future T&E proposal efforts
Work closely with government personnel
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company
Test execution responsibilities, when needed, include T&E of hardware and software with emphasis placed on resource planning, conducting ground and flight testing, process improvement/development and participating in technical test reviews
Establish safe operational procedures and practices
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and 8+ years test engineering experience
Ability to travel as required for planning and testing
Previous experience in SRM or liquid propulsion systems testing
Expertise and working knowledge of the National Airspace System and UAS operating rules and regulations thereof
Must have a complete understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expansive knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties
Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems
Ability to troubleshoot in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations
Experience in system engineering tools (Jira, Confluence, Sharepoint)
Strong computer and documentation experience
Must have strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
Prior experience as a test director, test conductor or equivalent on flying systems
Experience working with the Department of Defense (DoD)
Familiarity with Linux/Unix OS; comfortable obtaining data from software platforms using command-line tools
Strong mechanical and technical aptitude with tools and electronics
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; able to perform complex tasks in one or more engineering areas
Strong leadership skills, with previous experience in leading a team
Able to work extended hours as required
Must possess and be able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
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
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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