Senior Electrical Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril’s Tactical Recon & Strike (TRS) is a division with two missions: 1) build highly capable autonomous drones, and 2) build solid rocket motors at scale. We transform products like Ghost, Anvil, Bolt, and Altius from early concepts into fully operational capabilities by partnering closely with specialist engineering, operations, and production teams. Through our Anduril Rocket Motor Systems (RMS) team, we design and manufacture solid rocket motors using advanced materials, proprietary formulations, and high-volume production methods—delivering safe, reliable propulsion systems that support a wide range of mission requirements. TRS hires software engineers & hardware engineers, who are excited to build across a diverse and powerful portfolio—from autonomous aerial systems to high-performance solid rocket motors. Our teams contribute to highly capable autonomous robotics systems and propulsion products that operate reliably in the most demanding mission environment. ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team in Huntsville, AL. In this role you will design and develop the safety-critical circuitry to be used in Ignition Safety Devices (ISD) and Electronic Safe and Arm Devices (ESAD). WHAT YOU’LL DO Design and own embedded control electronics from concept to production, including hardware selection, schematic & PCB design, board bring-up, and system level integration. Troubleshoot issues that span the electrical and software boundaries, with solid skills using both lab equipment (Oscilloscopes, DMM, etc.) and software debugging tools. Work closely with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, and test engineers to deliver fully functional products. Work in a fast-paced environment supporting new developments, active deployments, and customer operated hardware. Helped managed product sustainment in a production process with engineering improvements, product cost down, and sourcing engineering support. Concurrently manage involvement in multiple projects at various stages. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent. 8 years of experience designing, testing, and troubleshooting complex embedded systems and products. Demonstrated experience with some of the following: 8- and 32-bit Microcontrollers, Linux-based SOCs, FPGAs, Ethernet, common communication busses (SPI, I2C), and power regulation. High voltage DC and safety devices. Power management and supply design experience - low power DC; medium voltage AC; battery storage systems. Network management and switch design experience - Ethernet Gbit switch/PHY; configuring Ethernet switches (SW/PC). Competence with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, debuggers, current-probes, and automation of tests. Exceptional organization and communication skills (both written and oral). Proficient with Altium Designer or equivalent electronic design automation design tools. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Proficiency with C. Familiarity with software development processes and tools such as git, Github, JIRA, etc. Experience with developing for a safety-critical environment. Experience working on products used in tough environments (automotive, aerospace, defense, etc.). Knowledge of embedded software development, including use of timers, interrupts, hardware peripherals such as SPI controllers and ADCs. US Salary Range $126,000 - $167,000 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: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. 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. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. 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