Staff Systems Engineer, C2 Networking, Edge Compute and Communications

Anduril Industries, Inc.; Costa Mesa, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 253,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries, Inc. is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer for C2 networking, edge compute, and communications.

The role focuses on designing resilient networks for unmanned aerial systems, integrating software with hardware, and driving end-to-end system reliability across complex environments. Ideal candidates bring 12+ years in network engineering, expert multicast/unicast protocol knowledge, and strong Linux proficiency.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience as a network engineer
• Expert level knowledge of multicast and supporting protocols IGMP & PIM
• Expert level knowledge of unicast protocols OSPF & BGP
• Experience with end to end testing of both unicast and multicast data flows
• Quality of Service and CBWFQ knowledge
• Advanced knowledge of Linux based operating systems
• Hands on experience with networking design, test and operation for LOS/BLOS
• Proficient in test script development using Python, Matlab

Responsibilities

• Enable UAS C2 capabilities through resilient network design
• Design, develop, and maintain system components that meet requirements
• Conduct thorough testing to ensure reliability and scalability
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure software-hardware integration
• Document software engineering processes and ensure regulatory compliance

Skills

Networking design

Test scripting

Linux systems

Security clearance

12+ years experience

Python

Matlab

Tools

Python

Matlab

Job description

Staff Systems Engineer, C2 Networking, Edge Compute and Communications

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 JOB

Our team develops unmanned aerial systems capable of terminal guidance, long range intelligence collection, precision navigation, and unsupervised autonomy. Anvil, Altius, Ghost, and other developmental UAS platforms are built to operate in remote environments with limited user input, driving requirements for reliability and autonomy. We have developed an autonomy stack that receives user intent, responds to detections processed at the edge, and coordinates flight patterns for groups of assets. We want systems engineers with experience in this field to help design and manage the next generation of Anduril’s flight vehicles. In order to succeed at Anduril, a systems engineer needs to be familiar with simulation and rapid prototyping development to drive complex electro‑mechanical and aero‑performance design trades, in addition to supporting the engineering product development, production, and sustainment through the entire product lifecycle.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Enable UAS C2 capabilities through resilient network design
• Design, develop, and maintain system components that meet functional and performance requirements in complex system environments
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure the reliability, scalability, and resilience of software applications, especially within a distributed systems context
• Work closely with hardware engineers and product managers to ensure seamless integration of software and hardware components
• Collaborate with the team to define and document software engineering processes and practices, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture, and a passion for systems development, integration, and testing
• 12+ years experience as a network engineer that highlights your ability to execute complex engineering level tasks as an individual and part of a team
• Expert level knowledge of multicast and supporting protocols IGMP & PIM
• Expert level knowledge of unicast and supporting protocols OSPF & BGP
• Experience with end to end testing of both unicast and multicast data flows
• Experience with Quality of Service and CBWFQ
• Advanced knowledge of Linux based operating systems
• Hands on experience with networking design, test and operation of communications systems for Line of Sight (LOS) and Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS)
• Proficiency in test script development using common languages (Python, Matlab etc)
• Must hold a U.S. Secret security clearance
• Ability to travel domestically up to 50% as needed to support various efforts, and excitement to work onsite at our headquarters in Costa Mesa, CA the majority of the time!

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with End to End RF Integration with, but not limited to, Unmanned Aerial Systems
• Hands on experience with tactical radios

US Salary Range

$200,000 - $253,000 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 (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:

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 .

As set forth in Anduril Industries’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.