Principal Industrial Designer, Warfighter Systems

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Design Team leads Anduril’s brand identity, visual communication, concept art, and industrial design. Our team’s purpose is to connect the mission, people, and products to elevate the Anduril brand.

ABOUT THE JOB

Anduril’s Design Team is seeking a Principal Industrial Designer, Warfighter Systems to join our team in our Bellevue, WA office. As a Principal Industrial Designer supporting the EagleEye program, you will be at the forefront ofdesigning a family of mixed-reality systems including helmets, visors, and smart glasses to provide soldiers with real-time situational awareness, augmented perception, and the ability to control unmanned systems through unified digital interface. The ideal candidate will have experience integrating optics, sensors, compute, and AI capabilities into wearable products while ensuring exceptional usability, comfort, and durability in the most demanding environments. If you thrive as a collaborative team player in a fast-paced start-up culture, and have a passion for the creative process, then this role is for you. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Lead Industrial design efforts for next-generation soldier-worn devices integrating advanced technologies while delivering comfort, utility, and ruggedization
• Create and communicate design intent through sketches, CAD, prototypes, CMF strategy and design documentation
• Support form language and product development for helmets, smart glasses, body worn compute/sensing, controllers and apparel
• Partner closely with mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and human factors translating real-world mission needs into human-centered hardware
• Conduct deep user testing with colleagues, military proxies, and active-duty warfighters to validate fit, ergonomics, and performance
• Rapid iteration of prototypes for feedback, validation, and insight to inform hardware improvements
• Develop new interaction models, including input devices, controllers, HUD integrations, and future augments for connected systems
• Participate and share work in design reviews with senior leadership and external partners

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 10 years professional experience as an industrial designer developing products such as XR glasses, wearables, and consumer electronics
• Exceptional craft, strong form-function intuition, and the artistic precision
• Expert proficiency in sketching, Adobe Creative Suite, 3D CAD (SolidWorks, NX, Rhino 3D), and generating high-quality 3D renders (Keyshot, Cinema 4D/Blender experience is a plus)
• Build and iterate physical prototypes to inform product architecture and validate ergonomics and human factors
• Deep understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturing
• A reliable self-starter, organized, efficient with attention to detail
• A team player with the ability to handle complex projects in a fast-moving environment
• Experience developing ruggedized products a plus
• Knowledge of general military application and authenticity is a plus
• Must be able to carry and lift loads up to 50lbs
• Must be willing to travel 10% of the time
• Must work onsite at the Bellevue, WA, office
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

US Salary Range

$191,000—$253,000 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 Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: 

Healthcare Benefits 

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. 
• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. 
• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

 

Additional 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.

 

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. 

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