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Software Engineering Manager, VMS

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company building AI-powered command-and-control and autonomy for military systems. The Vehicle Management Systems (VMS) team in Tactical Recon and Strike develops flight computer software for Group 1–3 UAVs; we are seeking a Software Engineering Manager with embedded/flight software experience to lead and scale a high-performing team that delivers reusable, certifiable flight software across multiple aircraft.

Skills

  • Embedded systems fundamentals (resource-efficient design, drivers, real-time software)
  • Proficiency in C++ and Linux
  • Experience with RTOS and embedded Linux frameworks
  • Flight control and avionics experience
  • System architecture and integrating hardware/software
  • Technical roadmap planning and execution
  • Simulation-to-flight development workflows
  • Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Translate functional plans into actionable processes and allocate resources to deliver the VMS roadmap on schedule and budget
  • Lead architecture, design, and delivery of complex hardware-software flight systems and ensure alignment with system requirements
  • Drive problem solving and innovation on ambiguous, high-impact technical challenges from simulation to flight
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with GNC, Avionics, Systems, and Hardware leads and external stakeholders to remove blockers and align priorities
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop software and robotics engineering talent to build a high-performing team discipline

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Master's degree in relevant field preferred but not required

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans (US roles)
  • Company-covered life and disability insurance
  • Generous PTO and December holiday hiatus; caregiver & wellness leave
  • Family planning and parenting support (fertility, adoption, surrogacy resources)
  • Mental health resources and 24/7 therapy/coaching
  • 401(k) retirement options (US) and regional pension/super plans
  • Competitive equity grants and relocation assistance where eligible
  • Professional development reimbursement and commuter benefits
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Founded in 2017, based out of Irvine, California, Anduril is a defense technology company that builds creative cost-effective products to aid those serving on the front lines of national security. By listening to the national security community, A...

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