Job Description

 

The Flight Software team at Anduril develops flight computer vehicle software for all airborne vehicles. The right person for this role has experience in both commercial (product focused) and public sector (defense) technical environments, and is looking to leverage their passion for avionics and flight software.

Join our Flight Engineering team advancing the  Air Dominance and Strike division's portfolio , where we push the boundaries of aerospace technology. We are seeking exceptional Flight Software Engineers to shape the next generation of advanced tactical missile systems, strategic weapons, and hypersonic strike and defense systems. As a key contributor, you will develop, test, and integrate cutting-edge architectures for subsonic, supersonic, and hypersonic autonomous systems, driving innovation in mission-critical capabilities.

ANDURIL   PRODUCTS
Anduril has been selected as one of two vendors to move forward on the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program for the Air Force's flagship autonomous aircraft program. During the next phase,  Anduril will design, manufacture, and test  production -representative CCAs. We are honored to be part of the program as a non-traditional defense company and are seeking highly motivated candidates to join us in the rapid development of a new, revolutionary aircraft.For more information on the latest with  Anduril , visit our with articles such as " Anduril a year in review"and many more. Watch this  short video showcasing our  products at  Anduril .

Products these teams work on: 
Barracuda
Roadrunner
And other missile programs that are not public yet.

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

• Develop microcontroller software using an RTOS


• Develop device drivers, protocols, and APIs for aircraft sensors


• Integrate new features and sensors into flight controller software


• Create aircraft control systems


• Create SITL/HITL test fixtures


• Analyze flight test results


• Support device manufacturing efforts


• Support operational aircraft deployments

CORE REQUIREMENTS 

• 2+ years of experience in industry


• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, etc., or equivalent experience


• Direct experience with DO-178 standards or similar certifications


• Direct experience in aircraft embedded software or other safety critical systems


• Strong C programming skills


• Background in low-level embedded software architecture, design and development


• Low-level device driver development, experience with microcontrollers and application processors


• Comfortable with typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers and IDEs


• Familiarity with communications busses and protocols such as CAN, CANFD, ARINC-825, ARINC-429, MIL-STD-1553, UART/RS232/RS422/RS485, SPI, QSPI, I2C, Ethernet, etc.


• Strong debugging skills through use of instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers


• Familiarity with revision control systems


• Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance

WHAT WE VALUE IN FLIGHT SOFTWARE

• Bias towards delivery and iteration, in order to discover the right use cases to invest engineering time in


• Willing to take risks and own the accountability for managing those risks


• Passionate about solving real world problems, quickly


• Insatiable desire to build and create


• Has designed, built, delivered useful software to users multiple times, we want to hear war stories!

BENEFITS

• Competitive base salary + premium benefits + equity (final salary will be based on a number of factors including, level, relevant prior experience, skills and expertise)


• Flexible Time off Policy and Company-wide Holidays (including a winter break)


• Premium Health Insurance options including Medical, Dental, Vision


• Retirement; 401k offering


• 16 weeks of paid parental leave


• Family planning: We’re proud to offer comprehensive family planning support. Fertility planning and treatment, adoption support, gestational carrier support and fertility preservation are all included.


• Unlimited Provisions: From breakfast to dinner, our kitchen team has you covered with healthy meals and snacks at every office.


• Relocation assistance

US Salary Range

$129,000 - $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:  

Healthcare Benefits 

• US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.  


• UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.  


• IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.  

Additional Benefits  

• Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.  


• 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.  


• 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.  


• 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.  


• Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development  


• Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.  


• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.  

Retirement Savings Plan  

• US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.  


• UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.  


• AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.  

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.  

 

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Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Work at office, Immediate start, Relocation package, Flexible hours

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