Staff Systems Engineer (Navigation/IMUs/SLAM)

Overview

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.

Required Qualifications

• MS/PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or related field
• 5+ years experience with GNSS/GPS, INS/IMU, Vision, LiDAR, and other navigation sensors
• Experience writing in C++
• Experience developing PNT/NAV architectures for autonomous vehicles
• Experience with state estimation, covariance analysis, and EKF (Kalman) for vehicles
• Experience integrating vision-based navigation technologies
• Experience working with customers to characterize unknowns and risks in the implementation of new navigation systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with sensor characterization and calibration for IMUs, magnetometers, and cameras
• Experience evaluating and integrating alternative PNT (altPNT/aPNT) technologies
• Experience with GNSS CRPA development/integration
• Experience with RF test equipment and relevant RF vulnerabilities of navigation systems
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Salary and Benefits

US Salary Range: $170,000—$213,000 USD

Healthcare Benefits

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. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

• 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.

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Notes

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing

For more information about this role and to apply, please contact Anduril recruiting team.