Senior Electrical Engineer

Title: Senior Electrical Engineer

Location: Costa Mesa, California, United States

Content: 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.

At Anduril we are developing unmanned systems for subsurface and other domains that will leverage unsupervised autonomy for the delivery of long endurance, multi-mission capability to our customers. These projects, including but not limited to the Extra Large Autonomous Undersea Vehicle (XL-AUV) Program, require an Electrical Engineer with deep electrical system design experience to architect and deliver critical systems and sub-systems. The Electrical Engineer strives to leverage their experience with Electrical and Power Systems to rapidly architect, design, deliver, support, and evolve next generation autonomous vehicles through the entire product life-cycle.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Drive the development and design of innovative electrical systems and products that meet the unique requirements of our company.
• Collaborate with other engineers and team members to integrate electrical systems into larger product designs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business objectives into clear electrical engineering deliverables.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, test procedures, and technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Perform detailed electrical calculations, simulations, and testing to evaluate system performance and optimize efficiency.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical engineering challenges and provide innovative and practical solutions in a rapid development environment.
• Hold and deliver to project timelines, milestones, managing your time and budgets to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in electrical engineering and proactively apply new knowledge to improve our products.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• At least 5 or more years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in a senior role within defense, tech or any fast-paced environment, driving successful electrical engineering projects from concept to market launch.
• Expertise in electrical engineering principles, techniques, and technologies, with a track record of delivering innovative solutions.
• Proficiency in using industry-standard electrical design and simulation software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor junior engineers while fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities, with a demonstrated ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think creatively and adapt to diverse and evolving challenges.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with fast paced environment best practices, including agility, adaptability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Passion for technology and a curiosity to stay updated with the latest advancements in the industry.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience designing electrical and power systems for unmanned vehicles.
• Experience in the subsea or maritime domain
• Experience working on defense programs and familiarity with current Defense standards.

US Salary Range

$146,000—$220,000 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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