Research Scientist - Battlespace Intelligence & Autonomy

Anduril Industries; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 126,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Research Scientist to advance state-of-the-art information science solutions and deploy them in mission-critical systems. You will work in small, innovative teams applying mathematics, controls, ML, and scientific computing to real-world defense challenges.

The role requires an MS or PhD and experience in Rust, C++, and Python, with strong communication skills and eligibility for a U.S. Top Secret SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• MS/PhD in Applied or Computational Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Controls and Dynamical Systems, Aerospace Engineering, Statistics and Probability, or related field.
• Experience coding in Rust, C++, and Python.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to convey complex tech to experts and non experts.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the direction of a small team with your expertise and ideas.
• Prototype state-of-the-art algorithms in an agile environment.
• Implement high-performance software spanning tactical systems to web apps.
• Engage with customers to ensure successful mission-critical outcomes.
• Explain technical work clearly to colleagues and customers.

Skills

Rust

C++

Python

Clearance

Communication

Education

M.S./Ph.D. in Applied/Computational Mathematics or related field

Job description

Anduril Industries is seeking a Research Scientist to advance state-of-the-art information science solutions and deploy them in mission-critical systems. You will work in small, innovative teams applying mathematics, controls, ML, and scientific computing to real-world defense challenges.

The role requires an MS or PhD and experience in Rust, C++, and Python, with strong communication skills and eligibility for a U.S. Top Secret SCI clearance.