Senior Radar Engineer, Space

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity grants

Support in health and recovery

Job summary

Anduril is seeking a Senior Radar Engineer in Costa Mesa to architect and deliver cutting-edge space-based radar systems. This position involves technical leadership in a high-performing team, developing innovative RF payloads, and collaborating closely with the DoD to meet mission requirements.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in radar systems engineering, a strong background in technical leadership, and an active U.S. security clearance. Anduril offers a competitive salary and top-tier benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in radar systems engineering.
• Active U.S. Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance.
• Proven track record in developing high-performance defense radar systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement RF sensing technologies for space-based radar payloads.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system architectures.
• Conduct system-of-systems analysis for radar subsystem specifications.

Skills

Radar architecture

Waveform design

MATLAB

Python

Technical leadership

Signal processing

Education

BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or a related field

Tools

C++

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.

About The Team

Anduril's Space team is at the forefront of advancing national security capabilities in the space domain. Our mission is twofold: develop autonomous satellite systems and space‑based platforms, and deliver critical ground and orbital software infrastructure at scale. We transform products and capabilities across space command and control, mission management, and space operations from early concepts into fully operational systems by partnering closely with specialist engineering, operations, and production teams. Through our integrated approach, we design and deploy space software systems using advanced algorithms, distributed architectures, and resilient infrastructure—delivering reliable, mission‑critical capabilities that support operators across orbital and ground‑based assets. Space Systems hires software engineers and systems engineers who are excited to build across a diverse and powerful portfolio—from satellite operations software to space domain awareness platforms. Our teams contribute to highly capable autonomous space systems and ground software products that operate reliably in the most demanding mission environments, supporting the DoD and IC in defending our national interests in space.

About The Job

Anduril is hiring Senior Radar Engineers to architect and deliver next‑generation space‑based radar systems that will redefine orbital ISR and tactical sensing. We’re building software‑defined RF payloads designed to break free from traditional satellite development timelines, and we need engineers who can operate at the intersection of advanced electromagnetics, real‑time signal processing, and autonomous space operations. Depending on your level and fit, you’ll lead a high‑performing radar engineering team, direct cross‑functional groups spanning payload development and mission software, or own a broader technical portfolio integrating space‑based sensors with Anduril’s C2 infrastructure. These roles combine hands‑on technical leadership with people management and customer engagement, driving complex space programs from concept through launch to on‑orbit operations. More senior candidates will additionally own multi‑team strategy, executive‑level customer relationships, and portfolio‑scale outcomes.

What You’ll Do

• Architect and implement RF sensing technologies for space‑based radar payloads and multi‑domain platforms
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define system architectures and concepts of operations for complex space missions
• Conduct rigorous system‑of‑systems analysis to decompose mission requirements into radar subsystem specifications, link budgets, and performance trades
• Develop and validate advanced radar techniques, waveforms, signal processing algorithms, and detection/tracking technologies
• Create and drive consensus on internal technical roadmaps for space radar capabilities
• Engage directly with DoD and IC customers to translate operational needs into technical requirements
• Provide technical leadership to program management and business development teams to support strategic decision‑making
• Mentor and grow team members in radar theory, space systems engineering, and best practices

Required Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field (advanced degree preferred)
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in radar systems engineering, including hardware, algorithms, or software development
• Proven track record in a technical leadership role developing high‑performance defense radar systems
• Strong expertise in radar architecture, waveform design, radar modes, and system‑level modeling
• Proficiency in MATLAB and Python for radar simulation and analysis
• Prior experience supporting DoD or IC programs
• Active U.S. Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience developing space‑based RF sensing systems, including satellite payload design, orbital mechanics considerations, and space environmental effects (radiation, thermal, plasma) on radar performance
• Proficiency in C++ for real‑time embedded systems or signal processing pipelines
• Experience with SAR (Synthetic Aperture Radar), GMTI (Ground Moving Target Indicator), or space‑based SIGINT modes
• Understanding of radar antenna development, technology, and integration
• Familiarity with spacecraft operations, space mission design tools, or hardware‑in‑the‑loop integration with ground stations
• Understanding of space software standards (e.g., cFS, SpaceVPX) and modular payload architectures

US Salary Range

$146,000 – $194,000 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/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 a comprehensive competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees.

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.