Electrical Hardware Engineer

Anduril Industries; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 129,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking an Electrical Hardware Engineer to design and develop advanced electronics for airborne EO/IR systems. This role emphasizes hands-on testing along with collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance and integration of cutting-edge technologies.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, a relevant degree, and strong skills in analog and digital electronics. The position also offers a competitive salary range of $129,000 — $171,000 USD along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, focusing on system-level design, development, and testing.
• Experience with analog and digital electronics design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with PCB design tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, and testing of electronics for airborne EO/IR systems.
• Support systems engineering teams in defining and refining requirements based on physics-based models.
• Participate in system testing at laboratory, ground, and flight test levels.

Skills

Electrical engineering

System-level design

Troubleshooting

Collaborative problem solving

PCB design

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C++

Job description

About the Team

The Anduril Imaging team develops state‑of‑the‑art imaging systems across both hardware and software, deployed to tackle the most significant security challenges of America and its allies. The team is heavily involved in utilizing computer vision, perception, electro‑optical, infrared, and sensor data to give our war fighters and allies an advantage.

About the Job

As an Electrical Hardware Engineer at Anduril Imaging, you will design and develop advanced electronics for airborne EO/IR systems, focusing on sensor electronics, aircraft interfaces, and power management. Your role will involve hands‑on testing and collaboration with cross‑functional teams to ensure optimal performance and integration of cutting‑edge technologies.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to the design, development, and testing of electronics for airborne EO/IR systems, including sensor electronics, aircraft interfaces, and power management.
• Support systems engineering teams in defining and refining requirements based on physics‑based models of sensor and system performance.
• Assist in the design and development of PCB layouts in collaboration with the electrical engineering team.
• Participate in system testing at laboratory, ground, and flight test levels, providing detailed data analysis and feedback.
• Conduct troubleshooting and testing of electronic components and subsystems to ensure optimal performance.
• Work closely with technical leads and project teams to support system integration efforts.
• Document test results, system designs, and processes to maintain thorough technical records.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, focusing on system‑level design, development, and testing.
• A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with analog and digital electronics design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in laboratory skills, including setting up and running experiments.
• Familiarity with PCB design tools and methodologies.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with a detail‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in sensor or communication systems, such as RF, EO/IR, or optical technologies.
• Familiarity with analytical tools and programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, or C++.
• Understanding of system integration processes and workflows in aerospace or defense environments.

US Salary Range

$129,000 — $171,000 USD. 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 work experience, education, and training.

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.