Program Chief Engineer

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• 15+ years of experience in the design, development, integration, and deployment of complex autonomous systems.
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience as a Chief Engineer, Technical Director, Lead Architect, Engineering Fellow, or equivalent senior technical leadership role on a major hardware/software program.
• Proficiency in systems engineering principles, including requirements management, interface control, verification, and validation.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor highly technical, multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian National Security Clearance (NV2 or higher).

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep expertise across multiple AUV sub-domains, such as:
• Hydrodynamics & Propulsion: Vehicle dynamics, control systems, thrusters.
• Power Systems: Battery technologies, power management, high-voltage systems.
• Underwater Acoustics & Communications: Modems, sonar, acoustic navigation.
• Navigation & Perception: INS/GPS-denied navigation, vision systems, object detection/avoidance.
• Autonomy & Control: Mission planning, decision-making algorithms, real-time control.
• Materials Science & Corrosion: Marine-grade materials, anti-corrosion techniques.
• Mechanical Design: Pressure hulls, payloads, articulation.
• Software Architectures: Embedded systems, real-time operating systems, distributed systems.
• Active Australian National Security Clearance (NV2 or higher).
• Experience with the full lifecycle of Australian Defence Force (ADF) acquisition programs.
• Demonstrated understanding of Australian defence contracting frameworks (e.g., ASDEFCON), or equivalent international defence acquisition standards, particularly as they relate to technical requirements, risk management, and program execution.
• Experience with system safety engineering practices (e.g., MIL-STD-882) and familiarity with submarine/AUV safety certification processes.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices for autonomous systems.
• Expertise in AI/ML applications for AUV autonomy, perception, and decision-making.
• Experience with advanced manufacturing techniques for marine systems.
• 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:

Benefits

• At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits .

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