Senior Systems Engineer, Compute and Communications
Seattle, OR - USA
Job Summary
Team and Role Overview:
Andurils Compute and Comms (C&C) team is seeking a dynamic Sr. Systems Engineer who canbreak the mold and redefine how we develop mission-critical compute and communicationsystems operating at the tactical edge. Were looking beyond traditional defense industryapproaches for innovative problem-solvers who can navigate complexity drive technicalexcellence and deliver exceptional products that our military and public sector customersdepend on including:
- Human- and vehicle-portable edge compute
- Advanced radio communication
- AI-enabled anti-drone systems
This role is perfect for systems thinkers who thrive at the intersection of multiple technicaldomains embrace end-to-end ownership possess a bias for action and want to creategroundbreaking solutions rather than follow conventional playbooks.
Key Responsibilities:
Systems Architecture & Innovation
- Lead cross-functional integration between hardware software manufacturing andprogrammatic teams serving as the technical glue that transforms separate componentsinto cohesive systems
- Identify critical user needs and translate them into technical solutions that impresscustomers and outperform legacy systems
- Reimagine system requirements through first-principles thinking challenging traditionalapproaches to create more robust adaptable solutions
- Create Systems Architecture diagrams that bridge mechanical electrical and softwareinterfaces to align cross-domain teams on a single source of truth
Strategic Documentation & Digital Transformation
- Revolutionize how we document complex systems leveraging modern systems engineeringtools (Flow Jama MBSE Digital Twins) to visualize architectures and model systemperformance
- Create technical narratives that communicate complex ideas clearly to stakeholders at alllevels
- Build the digital backbone that enables rapid iteration and continuous improvement of ourproducts
- Lead design reviews ensuring rigor from requirements definition through verification andvalidation
- Create user documentation that enables customers to autonomously operate Anduril products in the field without on-site support
Technical Leadership & Execution
- Operate as the driving force behind critical product decisions balancing technical tradeoffswhile maintaining system integrity
- Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in the development process enabling the team to deliverbreakthrough capabilities faster
- Travel to the field to both teach users how to operate the product and bring their feedbackback to drive stronger technical designs
- Own the technical risk management process ensuring systems meet rigorous militarystandards without sacrificing innovation
- Own verification and validation plans and execution
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Software EngineeringComputer Engineering Physics or another technical discipline
- 8-10 years of systems engineering experience preferably with exposure to rapid productdevelopment environments
- Track record of delivering complex technical systems across consumer electronicsenterprise compute or military systems
- Experience leading cross-functional teams to deliver against aggressive schedules
- Demonstrated willingness to challenge the status quo and drive first-principles solutions
- Knowledge of DoD communications links and pathways
- Previous experience as a technical SME or IPT lead
- Experience bridging the gap between theoretical engineering and practical implementation
- Strong technical intuition paired with excellent communication skills
- Comfortable making decisions with imperfect information and adapting as new dataemerges
- Experience with modern systems engineering tools and methodologies
- Military systems experience a plus but innovative thinking and problem-solving abilitymatter more
Join us at C&C to reinvent what systems engineering means in the defense sector. If youreready to break down traditional barriers create revolutionary products and have outsizedimpact through your technical leadership we want to talk to you!
US Salary Range
$166000 - $208000 USD
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience education and/or training critical skills and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Andurils total compensation package. Additionally Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees including:
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Required Experience:
Senior IC