Senior Flight Software Engineer, Embedded C/C++, Air Dominance & Strike
Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
The Flight Software team at Anduril develops flight computer
vehicle software for all airborne and subsea vehicles. The right
person for this role has experience in both commercial (product
focused) and public sector (defense) technical environments, and is
looking to leverage their passion for avionics and flight software.
As a Senior Flight Software Engineer, you will be responsible for
developing the microcontroller embedded software that powers
Anduril’s aircraft while working alongside a team of engineers with
a diverse set of backgrounds and skills. Anduril has a
collaborative culture with plenty of opportunities for ownership.
As an early member of the team, your decisions today will have a
large impact on the company now and into the future, as well as on
our customers! NOTE: We have roles open at all levels for this
team. ANDURIL PRODUCTS Anduril has been selected as one of two
vendors to move forward on the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA)
program for the Air Force's flagship autonomous aircraft program.
During the next phase, Anduril will design, manufacture, and test
production -representative CCAs. We are honored to be part of the
program as a non-traditional defense company and are seeking highly
motivated candidates to join us in the rapid development of a new,
revolutionary aircraft.For more information on the latest with
Anduril , visit our Newsroom with articles such as " Anduril a year
in review" and many more. Watch this short video showcasing our
products at Anduril . Products these teams work on: Fury Barracuda
Roadrunner Omen WHAT YOU’LL DO Develop microcontroller software
using an RTOS Develop device drivers, protocols, and APIs for
aircraft sensors Integrate new features and sensors into flight
controller software Create aircraft control systems Create
SITL/HITL test fixtures Analyze flight test results Support device
manufacturing efforts Support operational aircraft deployments CORE
REQUIREMENTS 8 years of experience in industry Bachelor's degree in
Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, etc., or equivalent
experience Direct experience with DO-178 standards or similar
certifications Direct experience in aircraft embedded software or
other safety critical systems Strong C programming skills
Background in low-level embedded software architecture, design and
development Low-level device driver development, experience with
microcontrollers and application processors Comfortable with
typical embedded systems tools, compilers, debuggers and IDEs
Familiarity with communications busses and protocols such as CAN,
CANFD, ARINC-825, ARINC-429, MIL-STD-1553, UART/RS232/RS422/RS485,
SPI, QSPI, I2C, Ethernet, etc. Strong debugging skills through use
of instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers
Familiarity with revision control systems Must be able to obtain
and hold a U.S. security clearance WHAT WE VALUE IN FLIGHT SOFTWARE
Bias towards delivery and iteration, in order to discover the right
use cases to invest engineering time in Willing to take risks and
own the accountability for managing those risks Passionate about
solving real world problems, quickly Insatiable desire to build and
create Has designed, built, delivered useful software to users
multiple times, we want to hear war stories! BENEFITS Competitive
base salary premium benefits equity (final salary will be based on
a number of factors including, level, relevant prior experience,
skills and expertise) Flexible Time off Policy and Company-wide
Holidays (including a winter break) Premium Health Insurance
options including Medical, Dental, Vision Retirement; 401k offering
16 weeks of paid parental leave Family planning: We’re proud to
offer comprehensive family planning support. Fertility planning and
treatment, adoption support, gestational carrier support and
fertility preservation are all included. Unlimited Provisions: From
breakfast to dinner, our kitchen team has you covered with healthy
meals and snacks at every office. Relocation assistance US Salary
Range $191,000 - $253,000 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.
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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
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critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never
solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as
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communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from
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Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any
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Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach
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contact@anduril.com . Your proactive caution is invaluable in
protecting your personal information and upholding the security and
trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view
Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit
https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .
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