Chief Engineer, Advanced Air Platforms (fury)

Anduril

Costa Mesa, California, United States
Base: $254,000 - $336,000 usd; bonus/equity: highl...
On-site
Unmanned aircraft systems uas group 3
Senior leadership in air vehicle programs
Airworthiness certification compliance
The role serves as the principal technical authority for a flagship unmanned aerial system, guiding it from design through operational deployment

Job Summary

  • The role serves as the principal technical authority for a flagship unmanned aerial system, guiding it from design through operational deployment.
  • Anduril is transforming military capabilities by bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, and sensor fusion technology to the defense industry.
  • The position offers highly competitive equity grants and top-tier benefits as part of a comprehensive compensation package.

Matching Summary

The role serves as the principal technical authority for a flagship unmanned aerial system, guiding it from design through operational deployment.

Salary

Base: $254,000 - $336,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Highly competitive equity grants included; Benefits: Top-tier benefits available at little to no cost

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Unmanned Aircraft Systems UAS Group 3
  • Senior leadership in air vehicle programs
  • Airworthiness certification compliance
  • Strategic technical direction and system optimization
  • Department of Defense mission-critical systems experience

Nice-to-have

  • FAA pilot license or Airframe Powerplant license
  • Experience with experimental aircraft homebuilding
  • Hands-on builder culture and personal projects
  • Ability to translate concept sketches to flight

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering
  • Extensive senior leadership experience in air vehicle programs
  • Active US Secret security clearance required

Work Rights

Must have active US Secret security clearance

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