Chief Engineer, Fury Advanced Development & PrototypingActive$336K

Anduril Industries
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The opportunity

The Air Dominance and Strike (AD&S) Chief Engineering Team is a driving force behind the technical execution and strategic vision of our most critical programs. They are responsible for architecting a vision for product development and guiding multi-disciplinary teams to deliver effectively.

What you'll do

  • Lead Prototype Execution: Own the end-to-end technical execution of building first-article and prototype autonomous aircraft, leading the team from part fabrication to a fully integrated, flight-ready vehicle.

  • Hands-On Problem Solving: Serve as the lead technical problem-solver on the factory floor, driving root cause analysis and implementing rapid solutions for issues in manufacturing, assembly, and integration.

  • Drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM): Work directly with the conceptual design team to provide critical DFM feedback, ensuring the aircraft is not just performant but also buildable, testable, and scalable.

  • Oversee Fabrication & Assembly: Lead the fabrication, assembly, and integration of complex airframe structures, propulsion systems, avionics, and flight control hardware.

  • Manage Build & Test Integration: Develop and execute the plan for system integration, ground testing, and final vehicle checkout in preparation for flight test.

  • Build and Lead an Elite Team: Lead and mentor a small, high-performing team of "doers"—engineers and technicians who thrive on building cutting-edge hardware.

What they're looking for

  • Direct experience leading the prototype build of a UAS at Group 3 or above.
  • Prior experience with DOW technology development organizations (e.g., DARPA,: AFRL) on advanced flight programs.
  • Background in a "Skunk Works," "Phantom Works," or fast-paced startup: environment focused on rapid hardware prototyping.
  • Experience with a wide range of manufacturing processes, including additive: manufacturing, advanced composites, and automated assembly.
  • Hands-on experience as a Test Director or lead flight test engineer for a first flight campaign.
  • A "player-coach" leadership style with a willingness to be deeply involved in the day-to-day build.
  • An active Top Secret security clearance.