Senior Tracking Software Engineer, Space

Anduril Industries•Washington, DC

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities through advanced technology. The Space team specifically aims to expand AI-powered capabilities into space, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for military and allied partners. They are developing integrated hardware and software systems to address threats in space and maintain a decisive advantage. This role involves leading the development of advanced 2D and 3D tracking algorithms for space objects, processing sensor data into actionable tracks for space situational awareness missions. The engineer will architect and implement multi-target tracking systems using state estimation and data association techniques, develop physics-based models for validation, and mentor other engineers. The position requires expertise in tracking algorithms, state estimation (Kalman filtering), data association methods (JPDA, MHT), proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and C++, experience with modeling and simulation, and technical leadership. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex tracking problems under real-time constraints and guiding others.

Requirements

Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field
8+ years of experience designing, implementing, and testing multi-target tracking algorithms for aerospace, defense, or autonomous systems
Demonstrated technical leadership in tracking algorithm development, including leading design efforts, mentoring team members, or serving as a subject matter expert
Deep theoretical and practical expertise with state estimation techniques, including Kalman Filters (EKF, UKF), multi-target tracking concepts, and Interacting Multiple Model (IMM) filters
Proven experience developing tracking algorithms that handle track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination in operational systems
Expert proficiency in algorithm development using MATLAB and/or Python with demonstrated experience transitioning algorithms to C++ for production deployment
Extensive experience with modeling, simulation, and testing workflows including Monte Carlo analysis, sensor data playback, or hardware-in-the-loop environments
Strong ability to work collaboratively with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to integrate tracking algorithms into operational systems
Excellent communication skills with experience presenting technical concepts to diverse audiences including engineers, program managers, and customers

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technical field
10+ years of experience in tracking algorithm development for defense or aerospace applications
Experience in one or more of the following domains: missile defense or space systems; EO/IR or RF sensors; kill vehicles, interceptors, or countermeasures
Extensive experience handling challenging tracking scenarios including track fragmentation, ghost tracks, sensor outages, and high-clutter environments
Deep familiarity with real-time system constraints, embedded systems, or edge compute optimization
Demonstrated experience leading efforts within the systems engineering design cycle, including requirements decomposition and traceability, algorithm design and trade studies, verification and validation (V&V), and documentation and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
Experience with MBSE tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, DOORS)
Experience with advanced tracking techniques such as Random Finite Set (RFS) methods, Probability Hypothesis Density (PHD) filters, or machine learning-enhanced tracking
Publication record in peer-reviewed journals or conferences related to tracking, state estimation, or sensor fusion
Experience briefing and interfacing with government customers (DoD, IC, or similar)
Track record of delivering tracking solutions into operational systems or fielded products

Responsibilities

Lead systems engineering and algorithm development tasks supporting space and missile defense tracking missions, providing technical direction and guidance to team members
Architect and implement advanced object tracking and state estimation algorithms, including track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination
Design and evaluate multi-target tracking and multi-sensor fusion approaches for EO/IR, RF, or hybrid sensor architectures
Lead the implementation of advanced data association techniques including JPDA (Joint Probabilistic Data Association), MHT (Multiple Hypothesis Tracking), nearest neighbor, and track-to-track fusion methods
Drive innovation in data association techniques, exploring novel approaches and optimizations for complex operational scenarios
Build sophisticated physics-based models and conduct modeling and simulation including Monte Carlo analysis, recorded sensor playback, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to validate tracking performance
Lead performance analysis, trade studies, and simulation-based assessments of tracking robustness under challenging conditions (maneuvering targets, clutter, countermeasures, degraded sensing)
Collaborate with and mentor software engineers to transition tracking algorithms from MATLAB/Python prototypes to production C/C++ code optimized for real-time operational systems
Drive the systems engineering lifecycle including requirements decomposition, trade studies on tracking approaches, verification and validation planning, and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
Lead technical documentation efforts and present at design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and customer engagements
Mentor engineers in tracking algorithm development, state estimation theory, and best practices
Serve as a technical subject matter expert for tracking systems, advising program leadership on algorithm performance, risks, and opportunities

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you
Life and disability insurance
Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December
Caregiver & Wellness Leave
Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers
Resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting
Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching
Work-life services, such as legal and financial support
Annual reimbursement for professional development
Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region
Relocation Assistance
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options