Chief Engineer, Ground Maneuver

About the role

We are seeking a Chief Engineer with a proven track record in designing a next-generation vehicle product that transforms any vehicle into a software-defined mission system. As Chief Engineer you will lead the architecture and delivery of a vehicle-to-mission interface layer which abstracts power, data, networking, and control into a common environment for mission kits. Your leadership will drive both product design and production process optimization, ensuring that our systems are robust, cost-effective, and ready for the field.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end architecture of the vehicle to mission interface layer
• Define standardized APIs, data models, and ICDs that abstract vehicle systems into reusable mission services
• Architect a compute module for vehicle translation, a firmware layer for vehicle communications, and a software layer for communicating with B-kits
• Architect managed power and compute systems
• Build the plug-and-play mission kit framework
• Lead cross functional engineering execution from concept through production across hardware and software teams
• Partner with OEMs, mission partners, and customers to drive platform adoption and deployment
• Be the primary engineering contact for external and internal stakeholders
• Interface directly with internal senior leaders and represent the business with decision-making authorities within the scope of product engineering

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, computer science, or related field
• Proven experience in designing new products and delivering hardware and software at scale
• 15+ years of experience in complex system architecture and integration
• 5+ years of experience leading multi-disciplined teams developing software-enabled hardware products
• Expertise in vehicle electrical and power systems (12-28V architecture, conversion, distribution, and load management)
• Expertise in embedded systems and ruggedized compute platforms
• Experience applying safety-critical frameworks including hazard analysis and safety case development
• Proven ability to design systems with fault isolation, fail-safe behavior, and non-interference – ensuring that mission systems cannot impact vehicle-critical functions
• Must be able to travel up to 25% of the time

Qualifications

• Masters of Science degree in mechanical, electrical or systems engineering, computer science, or related field
• Strong technical, analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to use data and metrics to back up assumptions, recommendations and drive decisions
• Experience with tools like JIRA and Confluence
• Exposure to land-based systems, particularly with DoD experience
• Holds Active Secret Clearance or higher

Pay

US Salary Range $253,000 - $295,000 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.

Benefits

Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive health benefits at little to no cost, support for recovery, and other life needs. For more information, visit Anduril Benefits.

Location

Costa Mesa, California, United States