Chief Engineer, Advanced Effects (Hypersonics)

The role

The Chief Engineer leads technical and programmatic execution for new and existing missile designs, fabrication, test, productization, and sustainment. They manage detailed system and subsystem design, coordinate prototype fabrication, and support remotely deployed operations.

What you will do

• Lead technical and programmatic execution of missile designs, fabrication, test, productization and sustainment
• Own technical and programmatic success of programs
• Assemble teams of internal and external subject matter experts
• Set up trades to enable exploration of early conceptual designs
• Manage detailed design of the system and subsystems
• Coordinate fabrication of prototype and low-rate production articles
• Coordinate subsystem and system level test efforts
• Support remotely deployed operations of systems
• Work with senior leadership to ensure resource plans are adequate

Required qualifications

• Deep understanding of Missile Development or Robotics/consumer electronics
• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Software engineering, or equivalent experience in a relevant field
• Experience in a senior role leading programs from initial concept through test and delivery to customers
• Experience driving strategic direction in competitive landscapes
• Experience solving complex system optimization challenges under tight constraints
• Ability to deliver functional capabilities while aligning technical objectives with programmatic outcomes
• Demonstrated collaboration and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong understanding of the why behind Vehicle and Systems design
• Experience working on mission critical DOD systems
• Experience troubleshooting and analyzing remotely deployed systems
• Travel up to 25% to Customer and Test Sites
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees

Before you apply

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
• Consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening

About the company

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. Their systems are powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system.