Modeling & Simulation Engineer - HILT, Air Dominance & Strike

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for a Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer to join our team. As part of the team you will have the opportunity to develop, implement and maintain sufficient fidelity virtual representations of the myriad of different vehicles Anduril works on. In this role you will be required to develop and coordinate deployment and maintenance of vehicle models and simulation instantiations for various programs ongoing at Anduril. A critical aspect of this role involves owning and operating Hardware-In-The-Loop (HITL) simulation environments that enable safe, rapid iteration of flight control and autonomy software with real avionics hardware before live flight tests. The ideal candidate has experience working on aerospace systems and understands the right fidelity of sub-system and system level modeling required to integrate with the broader flight control and mission autonomy software to support development. In addition the candidate should be versed in coding and software integration practices. Experience with HITL operations, including real-time simulation, avionics integration, and closed-loop testing with physical hardware is highly valued. If you have a passion for flight and like the idea of building a physics based digital representation of a flying vehicle and testing it with real hardware, this is the role for you! WHAT YOU'LL DO Work on challenging problems in a fast-paced environment from across our portfolio of programs and products: Simulation solutions for Guidance, Navigation and Control algorithm development Software-In-The-Loop (SITL) solutions Hardware-In-The-Loop (HITL) solutions Customer product training solutions Monte-Carlo simulation analysis Simulation and Test data analysis tools and processes Design, develop, deploy, and maintain HITL simulation infrastructure for complex aerospace systems, including real-time vehicle models, avionics emulation, and sensor simulation environments Own the end-to-end configuration and operation of SITL and HITL environments for test vehicles, ensuring safe and efficient flight test execution Coordinate and execute HITL test campaigns, working closely with flight test teams to validate GNC algorithms, mission autonomy software, and vehicle performance prior to live flights Develop and maintain emulated interfaces for on-board avionics systems to enable closed-loop hardware testing in simulation environments Troubleshoot and resolve real-time simulation issues during HITL operations, including timing constraints, hardware interface problems, and model fidelity discrepancies Work with multi-disciplinary subject matter experts to understand and adequately model pertinent sub-system, system and system of system dynamics Work with internal and external customers to understand simulation requirements and develop efficient modeling and simulation solutions Support flight test operations with pre-flight simulation validation and post-flight data correlation analysis to continuously improve model fidelity REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree or higher in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, or related technical discipline Senior Modeling Simulation Engineer: 8 or more years of experience in Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis engineering or related technical experience Modeling Simulation Engineer: 3 or more years of experience in Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis engineering or related technical experience Experience with aerospace/aeronautical systems (including rotorcraft/VTOL) and/or Subsea vehicles Experience in flight dynamics/platform physics and control Nominal proficiency with C/C++ Advanced proficiency with scientific computing systems (Mathworks products (e.g., MATLAB, SIMULINK etc.), scientific Python (e.g., numpy, scipy) Flight test data processing/sim correlation experience Experience with developing sub-system and system level models (Air vehicle, ground vehicles, ground based sensors and other types of complex systems) Experience with model development to support Guidance, Navigation and Control algorithm development Hands-on experience with HITL or SITL simulation operations, including test setup, execution, and debugging Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Advanced proficiency with C/C++ Flight test support experience, including on-site operations and real-time troubleshooting Extensive experience with SITL and HITL simulation infrastructure design, development and deployment for complex systems Experience with developing emulated/simulation interfaces for on-board avionics, including CAN, Ethernet, serial protocols, and custom hardware interfaces Experience deploying and operating real-time simulation environments (e.g., NI/Speedgoat real-time targets, dSPACE, or similar platforms) Demonstrated ability to own and operate HITL labs supporting multiple concurrent flight test programs US Salary Range $166,000 - $220,000 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. 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