Chief Engineer, Fury Science & Tech

About this role

Anduril Industries seeks a Chief Engineer to lead conceptual design and advanced development of the Fury air vehicle platform. You'll architect next-generation flight systems, drive technical execution from concept through prototype, and guide cross-disciplinary teams in translating innovative ideas into executable air vehicle solutions.

What you'll do

• Lead conceptual design and configuration exploration of advanced air vehicle platforms with comprehensive trade studies and performance modeling
• Apply first-principles engineering across aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, flight controls, autonomy, and mission systems
• Define holistic system architectures integrating air vehicle design, autonomy, mission systems, and manufacturing considerations
• Conduct cross-disciplinary trade studies to understand system interactions, sensitivities, and failure modes
• Identify and mature key scientific and technical breakthroughs for new operational capabilities
• Guide concepts from early exploration through prototype-ready air vehicle designs

What they're looking for

• Conceptual design and systems architecture for complete air vehicle platforms
• Multi-domain aerospace engineering (aerodynamics, structures, propulsion, GNC, controls)
• Advanced development and prototype maturation experience
• Flight hardware and experimental test execution
• Technical leadership and cross-disciplinary team guidance
• Modeling and trade study analysis
• First-principles engineering problem-solving
• Security clearance eligibility

Benefits

• Competitive salary range $254,000–$336,000 USD
• Highly competitive equity grants
• Top-tier benefits package for full-time employees