Chief Engineer, Fury Aircraft Development

WHAT YOU'LL DO Lead Technical Execution: Own the technical baseline and lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team (aerodynamics, structures, GNC, propulsion, avionics, software) through detailed design, system integration, and verification. Oversee Prototype Build & Integration: Coordinate the fabrication and assembly of prototype and development articles, resolving engineering challenges that arise during the build process. Drive the Test Campaign: Lead the engineering team in planning and executing a comprehensive test program, including ground test, SIL/HIL integration, and developmental flight test, to validate performance and expand the operational envelope. Manage System Design & Architecture: Guide the team through critical design trades, sub-system optimization, and interface management to ensure a cohesive and high-performance air vehicle architecture. Ensure Airworthiness & Safety: Serve as the technical authority for system safety and partner with test teams to develop the data and artifacts required to achieve military flight releases. Problem Solve & Troubleshoot: Act as the lead technical problem-solver, driving root cause analysis and implementing effective solutions for issues discovered during integration and testing. Prepare for Production: Partner with the manufacturing engineering team to ensure the design is production-ready (DFM/DFA) and support a clean transition to low-rate production. Support deployed flight test and demonstration activities at customer and test sites. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience as a Chief Engineer, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead, or senior technical leader on a full air vehicle development program. Deep, hands-on experience leading a multi-disciplinary team through at least one major phase of aircraft EMD (e.g., detailed design, prototype build, or flight test). Proven track record of taking a complex aircraft system from design into build and successful flight testing. Strong technical foundation across multiple core aircraft disciplines (e.g., aerodynamics, structures, GNC, propulsion, systems integration). Experience with developmental flight test , including test planning, risk management, and data analysis. Strong understanding of the "why" behind Vehicle and Systems design. Experience working on mission-critical DoD or advanced development aircraft programs. Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or a related engineering field. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Direct experience leading the development of unmanned aircraft (UAS) at Group 3 or above. Experience as the technical authority for a "clean-sheet" or major modification aircraft program. Hands-on leadership in a fast-paced, agile, or startup aerospace development environment. Experience with military airworthiness certification processes (e.g., MIL-HDBK-516). Background in advanced or classified aircraft development (e.g., Skunk Works, Phantom Works, or similar). An active Top Secret security clearance. Per Anduril's expansion plans, we anticipate this job will be based out of Long Beach, CA beginning late 2027. US Salary Range $254,000 — $336,000 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: Benefits At Anduril, we invest in our people. 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