Systems Engineer, Space Imaging

Anduril Industries is seeking a Systems Engineer to join the Space Imaging team. The team is responsible for system architecture definition, trade analyses, and modeling/validating system performance for spaceborne EO/IR systems.

Responsibilities:

• Define active EO/IR system architectures via detailed trade studies and analyses.
• Perform radiometric performance modeling, laboratory, ground, and flight testing.
• Model atmospheric and environmental effects for land, sea, and air targets.
• Inform system-level architectural trades based on analyses.
• Lead small teams of engineers from concept ideation through system definition and development.
• Develop and validate physics-based models of sensor system performance.
• Derive requirements based on models.
• Take ownership of prototype sensor system development in a lab environment.
• Support laboratory-based and field-based experiments and demonstrations.
• Engage with hardware, software, and mission teams to define, integrate, and deliver high-performance systems.
• Validate models against laboratory and real-world data.
• Coordinate and communicate with external and internal stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Model development and validation in domains relevant to remote sensing.
• Ability to decompose complex systems into functional parts with clear interfaces and requirements.
• Experience in system design and development from initial concept through test and delivery.
• Strong laboratory skills and familiarity with opto-electrical test and measurement equipment.
• Willingness to travel to test sites.
• Ability to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of advanced sensing systems and platforms.
• Experience in active and passive sensing domains.
• Familiarity with laser systems and electro-mechanical control systems.
• Experience with LiDAR/Radar signal processing techniques.
• Knowledge of signature and scenario modeling/software packages.
• Space domain experience.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range: $166,000-$220,000 USD.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Income protection and life insurance.
• Generous time off and caregiver leave.
• Family planning and parenting support.
• Mental health resources.
• Professional development reimbursement.
• Commuter benefits and relocation assistance.
• Retirement savings plan.