Chief Engineer, Hardware- EagleEye Helmet

Anduril Industries•Costa Mesa, CA

About The Position

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. WHAT YOU'LL DO Lead the end to end efforts and team responsible for developing a new Army “Smart Helmet” that combines cutting edge multi spectral sensors, compute, thermal management, and ballistic protection Own R&D efforts, solving hardware related problems across design and development, analysis and testing Support continued efforts for manufacturing, optimization and launch Work with cross functional teams include software, product, design and others to build a best in class product that serves to protect the people using it Push the boundaries of what is possible in this space but never compromise in quality and safety standards that protect our soldiers Be driven by your expertise and curiosity to evolve and improve the status quo of this space

Requirements

Bachelor’s of Science, Masters or PhD in an engineering field
10+ years Hardware Engineering experience with demonstrated progression in role and breadth across various hardware domains
Experience with designing military helmets, helmet systems, and/or AR/VR wearable systems
Ability to perform finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate helmet performance under impact and stress conditions
Knowledge of techniques for fabricating and assembling materials, including molding, laminating, and machining
Understanding how temperature, humidity, and other environmental factors affect materials and performance
CAD skills (any platform) and ability to make high quality engineering drawings
Must be a U.S. person & eligible to attain a U.S. Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with a military qualification program and a deep understanding of MIL-STD requirements
Experience in a lab environment
Experience with ceramic and composite armor technologies and ballistics
Understanding the properties and behavior of materials (e.g., Kevlar, carbon fiber, ceramics) used in ballistic protection
Versed in Firearms and Firearm Safety, either in a military or civilian capacity
Experience with NX/Teamcenter, including FEA extensions

Responsibilities

Lead the end to end efforts and team responsible for developing a new Army “Smart Helmet” that combines cutting edge multi spectral sensors, compute, thermal management, and ballistic protection
Own R&D efforts, solving hardware related problems across design and development, analysis and testing
Support continued efforts for manufacturing, optimization and launch
Work with cross functional teams include software, product, design and others to build a best in class product that serves to protect the people using it
Push the boundaries of what is possible in this space but never compromise in quality and safety standards that protect our soldiers
Be driven by your expertise and curiosity to evolve and improve the status quo of this space

Benefits

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.