Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Air Dominance and Strike (AD&S) Electrical Engineering Team is responsible for developing high-reliability avionics, embedded processing, and power systems for Group 5 air vehicles and missile platforms. Working across hardware, software, and mission autonomy, the team delivers flight-critical electronics, PCB assemblies, and FPGA-based processing architectures that enable Anduril's next-generation autonomous air platforms to operate in complex and contested environments. AD&S Electrical Engineers drive end-to-end development, from system architecture and circuit design to verification, integration, and flight test, ensuring scalable, mission-ready solutions that meet the performance, reliability, and survivability demands of the U.S. Military and modern air warfare.
ABOUT THE JOB
We are looking for an Electrical Engineer - PCB Configuration & Layout (Air Vehicles) to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for the the design, configuration, and release of complex PCB assemblies, ensuring they meet modern design standards and are ready for manufacturing. You will use Altium Designer to execute PCB layout and component library management, ensuring designs conform to best practices, components achieve compliance specifications, and that assemblies meet Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Testability (DFT) guidelines. This role could also have the opportunity grow into supporting schematic reviews and minor circuit design modifications. If you are someone who has thrives supporting rapid avionics development, then this role is for you.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Collaborate with design engineers to create high-reliability PCB layouts and technical drawings, ensuring manufacturability and performance across Air Dominance & Strike (AD&S) projects.
- Develop high-speed digital, precision analog, RF, and, high-power circuit assemblies by applying modern PCB design methodologies, ensuring optimal signal integrity, thermal management, and EMI mitigation.
- Manage PCB design documentation, revisions, and release processes using PLM tools, maintaining compliance with company and industry standards.
- Maintain accurate component libraries and documentation databases by working closely with the Core Product Team to uphold fabrication, assembly, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) guidelines, ensuring design consistency and quality.
- Collaborate with mechanical and manufacturing engineers to ensure PCB designs meet environmental, structural, and assembly constraints for airborne and mission-critical platforms.
- Implement design modifications and refinements to maintain consistency with company-wide PCB design best practices, addressing project-specific needs as they arise.
- Support minor schematic updates or modifications as needed, with a primary focus on PCB layout execution and design process efficiency.
- Ensure PCB designs aligns with mission-critical system requirements while operating in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple concurrent projects and stakeholders.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- 3+ years of professional experience in PCB Layout or Design
- Comprehensive knowledge of PCB layout techniques meeting mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing specifications
- Expertise in Altium library management and best practices.
- Proficient using Teamcenter or similar PLM tools to manage design data, documentation, and product configuration
- Proficiency in reading and applying schematic designs appropriately for each project.
- Ability to prioritizing tasks aligned with strategic management directives
- Proficient in using Altium Designer for PCB CAD tasks
- Experienced in creating and managing electronic components and libraries
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively
- A strong grasp of electrical engineering fundamentals
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proficient in IPC standards with CID and CID+ certifications
- Able to offer schematic and circuit design support, leveraging a solid background in electrical engineering
US Salary Range
$120,000—$180,000 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:
- Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
- For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
- For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
- Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
- Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
- 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
- A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
- Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
- Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
- Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
- 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)
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.
Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. 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 per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!
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