Deputy Chief Engineer, Altius

OverviewAnduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold, powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. Anduril is bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.We are seeking a Deputy Chief Engineer to oversee and lead specific Altius products and projects. The Altius family includes advanced uncrewed aircraft that serve as a premier long-range, launched-effect platform for the U.S. DoD, Federal Agencies, and International Partners. The Altius platform is versatile, capable of launching from ground, air, or sea, and executing missions such as standoff ISR&T, kinetic engagement, RF decoy, SIGINT, comms relay, and cyber warfare. Altius-M variants deliver industry-leading loitering time and range while leveraging autonomy for collaborative teaming and coordinated strikes.As a Deputy Chief Engineer, you will work closely with the Altius Chief Engineer and have technical authority for Altius products, responsible for driving technical decisions across system design, development, and integration. You will collaborate with engineering teams, program managers, and business leaders to ensure mission success while balancing performance, cost, and schedule. This role requires a deep technical foundation, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven ability to execute complex, multidisciplinary programs.WHAT YOU’LL DODrive the systems engineering processes for Altius, ensuring alignment with mission and customer requirements.Lead system architecture and design efforts, making key technical decisions to balance performance, cost, and schedule constraints.Oversee the technical execution of air vehicle systems design, fabrication, testing, and productization.Define and execute technical trade studies, collaborating with subject matter experts to deliver optimal solutions for current and future DoD capability gaps.Manage detailed subsystem and system-level design, including requirements development, optimization, risk management, and validation.Ensure the successful integration and testing of Altius systems, from prototypes to production and deployment.Guide the development of technical documentation, including BOMs, design packages, and manufacturing inputs.Propose and oversee internal R&D projects to sustain and advance product capabilities.Mentor and guide engineering teams, fostering technical excellence and collaboration across disciplines.Represent Anduril as the technical lead in engagements with customers, partners, and stakeholders.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSDeep expertise in unmanned aircraft, autonomous systems, and defense technologies, with a strong preference for experience in mission-critical DoD programs.Proven track record of leading large-scale air vehicle programs from concept to deployment, with an emphasis on technical decision-making and execution.Extensive experience in systems and vehicle design, including architecture, optimization, and risk management.Strong understanding of multidisciplinary engineering, with an emphasis on software, electrical, or mechanical systems.Ability to analyze and execute complex design trade-offs to achieve mission objectives.Experience mentoring engineering teams and driving alignment around a common technical vision.Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering, or equivalent experience (advanced degrees preferred).Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance.Willingness to work onsite at our location in Midtown Atlanta (relocation provided).Compensation and BenefitsUS Salary Range$182,000 — $273,000 USDThe salary range for this role is an estimate based on base salary factors. Actual salary offer may vary based on experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers as part of Anduril's total compensation package. Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost.UK roles: Private Medical Insurance (PMI) covering the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.Australia roles: Private health plan through Bupa; coverage is subsidized by Anduril.Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, with option to purchase additional life insurance for you and dependents.Generous holiday calendar and competitive PTO plans.16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave.Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility, adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional resources.Mental Health Resources: Free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy and life coaching.Professional development stipend for Anduril employees.Daily meals and provisions where offered; fully stocked pany-funded commuter benefits where applicable.Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).401(k) retirement savings plan – traditional and Roth (U.S. roles only).The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about compensation and benefits during the hiring process.Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic. We actively encourage minorities, women, Veterans, and people with disabilities to apply and strive to create a welcoming environment during the interview process. If you are passionate about solving real-world problems, we’d love to hear from you!To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17