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Software Engineer, Modeling & Simulation Security Clearance

Job in Costa Mesa, Orange County, California, 92626, USA
Listing for: Anduril Industries
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-18
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Software Engineer, AI Engineer, Systems Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 166000 - 220000 USD Yearly USD 166000.00 220000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Software Engineer, Modeling & Simulation with Security Clearance
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century's most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril's family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center.

As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. ABOUT THE JOB At Anduril, our Software Engineers are at the forefront of defense technology, crafting high-impact, cutting-edge solutions that redefine innovation. You'll dive into a diverse range of projects, partnering with brilliant minds across disciplines to engineer robust software systems that empower our mission-critical operations.

We're seeking talented modeling & simulation software engineers on several teams to contribute to projects that are shaping the future of defense. WHAT YOU'LL DO
* Design, develop, and maintain high-fidelity simulation environments and models for complex defense systems, including vehicles, sensors, and operational scenarios.
* Create and implement realistic behavioral models, physics engines, and environmental simulations to accurately represent real-world conditions and system interactions.
* Collaborate with domain experts, systems engineers, and software developers to translate requirements into robust and verifiable simulation capabilities.
* Develop tools and frameworks for efficient simulation execution, data collection, analysis, and visualization to support design validation, performance evaluation, and training.
* Integrate simulation environments with other tools and platforms, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) setups, to facilitate comprehensive system testing and validation. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Strong Technical Foundation: A solid academic background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
* C++ Proficiency:
Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated professional experience in developing high-performance, complex software solutions using modern C++.
* Expertise in Modeling & Simulation:
Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated professional experience in developing simulation software, mathematical modeling, and creating virtual environments for complex systems.
* Algorithm Development & Implementation:
Proven success in developing and implementing simulation logic, physics engines, behavioral models, and data processing pipelines.
* Mastering Complex Systems:
Aptitude for quickly learning and effectively contributing within sophisticated simulation architectures, understanding their components, and developing efficient and accurate models.
* Driven by Mission Impact: A proactive drive and enthusiasm for developing modeling and simulation capabilities that are critical for system validation, design optimization, and ensuring mission success in demanding defense applications.
* Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance. This job post is inclusive of openings within various teams. Successful candidates will be matched to a specific team at a subsequent stage of the recruitment process. The roles considered for this job post may require travel. The extent of travel will vary by role. 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:
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