Mission Engineer, Air Dominance & Strike

About this role

Anduril Industries seeks a Mission Engineer to conduct rigorous, data-driven analyses supporting defense technology development and military capabilities. You'll design simulations and model-based studies to evaluate Anduril's autonomous systems, translating complex technical findings into clear insights for internal teams and external customers.

What you'll do

• Develop physics-based analytical models and simulations using AFSIM and other tools to evaluate air dominance systems
• Conduct operations analysis studies from problem definition through report generation and presentation
• Translate stakeholder questions into structured experiments with clear, actionable conclusions
• Communicate complex technical analyses to diverse audiences through written, visual, and verbal formats
• Analyze platform and payload modeling (aerodynamics, fuel, radar, EW, communications, weapons)
• Support demonstration events by quantifying mission success metrics for warfighter applications

What they're looking for

• AFSIM scripting (2+ years hands-on experience)
• Python or MATLAB/Simulink modeling and scripting
• Modeling & Simulation Analysis (MS&A) for aerospace platforms and payloads
• RF, Electronic Warfare (EW), and Electronic Attack (EA) concepts
• Operations analysis and scientific methodology
• Signal processing, track fusion, and RF propagation modeling
• Technical writing and presentation skills
• Air dominance, ISR, SEAD/DEAD, or Long Range Fires domain knowledge

Benefits

• Salary range: $166,000–$200,000 USD
• Highly competitive equity grants
• Top-tier benefits package for full-time employees
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense autonomy and AI technology
• Direct collaboration with internal teams and military stakeholders
• Rapid deployment and impact on U.S. and allied military capabilities