Optical Engineer, Space Imaging

Anduril Industries(26 days ago)

Lexington, MA, United StatesOnsiteFull TimeSenior$166,000 - $220,000Imaging

About this role

Anduril's Space Imaging team is seeking an Optical Engineer to design new product lines for tactical airborne applications on fixed-wing and rotorcraft platforms. The role partners with interdisciplinary teams to define optical architectures, complete optical design and analysis, build and test prototypes, and mature those prototypes into production products. Successful candidates will have experience delivering environmentally rugged optical systems suitable for ground and airborne use.

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Required Skills

Optical Architecture
Lens Design
Optical Analysis
Tolerance Design
STOP Analysis
Image Quality
Optical Testing
Optical Alignment
Prototyping
Flight Testing

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Qualifications

BS in Engineering (Optics)
MS in Engineering (preferred)
PhD in Engineering (preferred)
Eligible for U.S. Secret Clearance

About Anduril Industries

anduril.com

Anduril Industries is an American defense technology company that builds AI-powered hardware and software to modernize U.S. and allied military capabilities. Its core offering centers on Lattice, an autonomous command-and-control platform, paired with integrated sensors and unmanned systems (drones, ground and maritime vehicles) that provide persistent, automated sensing, decision support, and force protection. Anduril focuses on rapid iteration and systems integration—delivering end-to-end solutions for defense and homeland security customers seeking modern, scalable autonomy and situational awareness.