Senior Payload Integration Engineer

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive equity grants

Comprehensive benefits package

Support for health and wellbeing

Job summary

Anduril Industries is looking for an RF Systems Engineer in Costa Mesa, California. The role involves evaluating and validating RF systems, performing hands-on testing, and integrating platforms for improved functionality. Required qualifications include 5+ years of experience in RF payload integrations and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a mission-oriented mindset, and an active U.S. Secret security clearance. Attractive salary and benefits package included.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in RF payload integrations or a related field, preferably in aerospace or defense industries.
• Ability to engage technically with mechanical, electrical, firmware, sensor, and software leads.
• Hands-on testing and validation of RF systems.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and validate RF systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Execute practical testing in real-world environments to validate system performance.
• Develop and implement a verification and validation plan for system assurance.

Skills

RF systems testing

Data analysis

Project management

Hands-on testing

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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

• RF Systems Testing: Evaluate and validate RF systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Platform Integration: Seamlessly integrate platforms to enhance overall system functionality and efficiency.
• Ancillary RF Equipment Specification: Define and specify essential RF components to support system requirements.
• Stakeholder Presentations: Organize and deliver compelling presentations to stakeholders, showcasing test results and insights.
• Hands‑On In‑Field Testing: Execute practical testing in real‑world environments to validate system performance under actual conditions.
• Co‑Site Analysis: Conduct thorough analyses to assess electromagnetic interference and compatibility with co‑located systems.
• EMI/EMC Testing: Perform electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) testing to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Field Testing: Execute comprehensive field tests to verify system functionality and performance in operational scenarios.
• Verification and Validation Planning: Develop and implement a robust verification and validation plan for end‑to‑end system assurance.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in RF payload integrations or a related field, preferably in aerospace or defense industries.
• Electrical Engineering with emphasis in electromagnetic, RF, and antenna theory with test experience.
• Basic understanding of aerodynamics, inertial measurement units (IMUs), control actuation servos, and how those disciplines relate to overall system performance.
• Experience with data analysis, rapid prototyping, and early‑stage customer deployment.
• Hands‑on testing and validation of RF systems.
• Ability to engage technically with mechanical, electrical, firmware, sensor, and software leads.
• High ownership, mission‑oriented mentality; desire to see the product meet the end need of the customer.
• Extremely organized and detail‑oriented, with strong verbal & written communication skills.
• A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture.
• Ability to travel as required for test planning and execution about 50% of the time.
• Already possess an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Real‑world operational experience with small UAS systems in a military context desired.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements in the aerospace industry.
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies.

Salary Range

$146,000—$194,000 USD

Benefits

Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including highly competitive equity grants, a comprehensive benefits package at little to no cost to employees, and support for health, recovery, and overall wellbeing.