Anduril Industries - Tracking Software Engineer, Space
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Requirements
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance • Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field • 5+ years of experience designing, implementing, and testing multi-target tracking algorithms for aerospace, defense, or autonomous systems • Strong theoretical and practical experience with state estimation techniques, including Kalman Filters (EKF, UKF), multi-target tracking concepts, and Interacting Multiple Model (IMM) filters • Experience developing tracking algorithms that handle track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination in operational systems • Proficiency in algorithm development using MATLAB and/or Python with demonstrated experience transitioning algorithms to C++ for production deployment • Experience with modeling, simulation, and testing workflows including Monte Carlo analysis, sensor data playback, or hardware-in-the-loop environments • Ability to work collaboratively with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to integrate tracking algorithms into operational systems • Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technical field • Experience in one or more of the following domains: missile defense or space systems; EO/IR or RF sensors; kill vehicles, interceptors, or countermeasures • Experience handling challenging tracking scenarios including track fragmentation, ghost tracks, sensor outages, and high-clutter environments • Familiarity with real-time system constraints, embedded systems, or edge compute optimization • Demonstrated experience working within the systems engineering design cycle, including requirements decomposition and traceability, algorithm design and trade studies, verification and validation (V&V;), and documentation and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) • Experience with MBSE tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, DOORS)
Responsibilities
• Perform systems engineering and algorithm development tasks supporting space and missile defense tracking missions • Design and implement advanced object tracking and state estimation algorithms, including track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination • Develop and evaluate multi-target tracking and multi-sensor fusion approaches for EO/IR, RF, or hybrid sensor architectures • Implement advanced data association techniques including JPDA (Joint Probabilistic Data Association), MHT (Multiple Hypothesis Tracking), nearest neighbor, and track-to-track fusion methods • Build physics-based models and conduct modeling and simulation including Monte Carlo analysis, recorded sensor playback, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to validate tracking performance • Conduct performance analysis, trade studies, and simulation-based assessments of tracking robustness under challenging conditions (maneuvering targets, clutter, countermeasures, degraded sensing) • Collaborate with software engineers to transition tracking algorithms from MATLAB/Python prototypes to production C/C++ code optimized for real-time operational systems • Support the systems engineering lifecycle including requirements decomposition, trade studies on tracking approaches, verification and validation planning, and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) • Prepare technical documentation and briefings for design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and customer engagements
Benefits
• $166,000 - $220,000 USD • The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: • US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. • US Roles: • UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. • UK & AUS Roles: • IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. • IE Roles: • Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. • Income Protection • Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. • Generous time off • Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. • Family Planning & Parenting Support: • Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. • Mental Health Resources: • Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development • Professional Development: • Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. • Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. • Relocation Assistance: • Retirement Savings Plan • US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. • US Roles: • UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. • UK & IE Roles: • AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. • AUS Roles: • The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. • Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams • Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. • To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: • No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. • No Financial Requests: • Please always verify communications: • Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. • Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to [email protected]. • Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links. • Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: • What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to [email protected]. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. • What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: • Data Privacy • Data Privacy • To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.
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