Principal Radar Engineer, Space
Anduril Industries
· Costa Mesa, California, United States
· Mar 18, 2026
The Radar team at Anduril develops state-of-the-art sensing capabilities for air surveillance, counter-UAS, and counter-intrusion missions. Our software-defined radars provide persistent, all-weather detection and tracking of aerial and ground threats, seamlessly integrating with Lattice OS to enable autonomous decision-making and multi-sensor fusion. We're building next-generation radar systems that are rapidly deployable, highly mobile, and designed for the modern battlefield—from protecting critical infrastructure to enabling advanced air defense operations.
Responsibilities:
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Conceptualize, develop, and implement space-based RF sensing technologies for LEO, MEO, and GEO orbital platforms
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and evaluate architectures and concepts of operations for space-based systems-of-systems
Requirements:
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Create, communicate, and establish consensus for internal development roadmaps for space-based sensing capabilities
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Develop, refine, and realize advanced space-based RF sensing techniques, algorithms, and technologies
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Engage with industry leaders to align external roadmaps with Anduril space systems business plans and pursuits
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Provide technical expertise to programmatic and business leadership to support strategic decision-making for space missions
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Guide, direct and mentor team members in space-based RF sensing theory and best practices
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15+ years of experience and at least a Bachelor's degree in mathematics, physics, engineering, or other technical field
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Proven experience in a technical leadership position developing high-performance space-based defense sensing systems
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Strong expertise in space-based sensor architecture, operational modes, and system modeling
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Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance
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10+ years of progressive experience in space-based sensing systems development and deployment
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Demonstrated experience as an individual contributor in space-based RF sensing hardware, algorithms, software, or systems design
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Experience with satellite payloads, orbital mechanics, and space environment effects on RF systems
Clearance Required: Top Secret
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- Company
- Anduril Industries
- Location
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Costa Mesa, California, United States
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- Posted
- Mar 18, 2026
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