Warfighter Research & Systems Analyst

About the role

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company dedicated to transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. Our mission is to integrate the expertise, technology, and business models of innovative companies into the defense industry, enabling faster development and deployment of cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct joint and combined tactical (engagement-level and mission-level) analysis.
• Employ operations research, systems analysis, and wargaming to develop methodologies for analysis.
• Leverage high-end models and simulations, including Anduril’s Lattice Mission Simulation and AFSIM, to conduct studies.
• Perform data analysis and utilize computer models to devise solutions for intricate challenges, applying the principles of scientific inquiry and advanced analytics.
• Create and drive simulated entities during live play as a white cell or red cell operator to ensure realistic and challenging wargame execution.
• Assess, decompose, and solve complex problems, conveying complex information and effectively communicating results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering and business development teams to demonstrate Anduril's capabilities and value proposition through rigorous, data-driven analysis.

Requirements

• Currently possess and be able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.
• 5 years of experience in Operations Research, Systems Analysis (ORSA), or a related discipline.
• Experience with tactical experiment and wargaming design, including scenario development, data analytics, and trade-space analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in modeling and simulation for military missions, with a preference for a background in red force tactics, modeling, and simulation.
• Experience with DoD M&S tools (e.g., AFSIM, Brawler, Suppressor, ESAMS, Command PE).
• Proficiency with C++ or Python for physics-based modeling and scripting.
• Able to assess and solve problems, and to effectively communicate results through strong verbal and written skills.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Operations Research, Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field.
• Operational military background with a subsequent transition into an ORSA or Operations Analyst position.
• Experience with AFSIM plug-in development or other advanced M&S framework customization.
• Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools such as Tableau, or scripting languages like MATLAB/SIMULINK.
• Graduate of a military operations research course, such as the ORSA Military Application Course (ORSA-MAC), or equivalent service school.
• Experience with Joint Combined Arms operations (e.g., OCA/DCA, ISR, SEAD/DEAD, Electronic Attack, or Long-Range Fires missions).

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Top Secret security clearance.
• Experience with Joint Combined Arms operations (e.g., OCA/DCA, ISR, SEAD/DEAD, Electronic Attack, or Long-Range Fires missions).

Pay

US Salary Range: $146,000—$194,000 USD

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

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:

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees)
• Health, recovery, and whatever comes next support

What to Do If You Suspect Fraud

No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify communications:

• Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.
• Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency.

If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com. Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.