Payloads Lead
Core
Lead mechanical design, analysis, and integration of weapon systems and payloads onto Anduril's autonomous aerial robotic platforms.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical systems engineer (payloads & integration)
Builds
Aerial robotic systems (drones) for maneuver dominance and coordinated team operations
Domain
Defense / Autonomous Aerial Systems / Weapon Integration
Required skills
Mechanical design and analysis, System architecture design, Integration of weapons/payloads onto aircraft, Verification and validation of weapon systems, Program planning and scheduling, Interface Control Document (ICD) development, Technical presentation and review leadership
Preferred skills
NX/Teamcenter, Solidworks, CAD design of mechanical parts and test equipment, Manufacturing methods (machining, composites, 3D printing), Subsystem layout and architectural trade studies
Technologies
C++, MATLAB, Python, PERL, MIL-STD-1553, Air-to-Air weapons, Tactical datalinks
Responsibilities
Lead or support integration, verification, and validation of weapon systems on Unmanned Aircraft Systems; Develop system/architecture designs and generate requirements; Troubleshoot conflicting design/development requirements; Coordinate with customers, contractors, and engineering groups; Provide direction to design and technical staff; Support lab, ground, and flight test events
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC