Senior System Safety Engineer

Senior System Safety Engineer Anduril Other Engineering Costa Mesa, CA, USA USD 146k-196k / year + Equity Posted on Jan 15, 2026 Apply now 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. Anduril's Reliability & System Safety Engineering organization is seeking a System Safety Engineer to join our Tactical Recon & Strike (TRS) group . This team is responsible for our family of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS). We work closely with our broader Engineering team to ensure these cutting-edge systems are safe and effective for development, testing, and deployment in complex operational environments. As a System Safety Engineer at Anduril, you will leverage your extensive knowledge of advanced Reliability & System Safety tools and methodologies to drive excellence in our safety processes. You will support the Reliability Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Hardware & Software development teams across the product development lifecycle by guiding Functional Hazard Analysis, Fault Trees, System Safety Assessments, and Hazard Management and Hazard Mitigation activities for your product(s). The right person for this role has knowledge of design and development with a safety focus on sUAS, as well as exposure to test, analysis, manufacturing, and continuous improvement in a production environment. If you are someone who has hands-on experience throughout the new product development life cycle from concept to customer delivery, loves to build world-class Reliability and Safety processes, can work efficiently across multi disciplinary teams, and be accountable for results, then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Develop and implement tailored System Safety program plans aligned with MIL-STD-882E and the needs of Anduril & its customers. Conduct and review complex safety analyses, including FHA (Functional Hazard Analysis), Fault Tree, SCFTA (Safety Critical Functional Thread Analysis), and SSA (System Safety Assessments) at system and sub-system level for complex unmanned systems. Develop safety requirements and collaborate with design teams to implement safety solutions in hardware, software, and system-level procedures Identify & document hazards for your program(s), manage hazard tracking databases, and drive risk mitigation strategies Support Development Milestone Reviews such as PDR, CDR, and TRR representing System Safety. Lead mishap investigations and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities to prevent reoccurrence Verify and validate risk and hazard reduction measures Liaise with customers, regulatory bodies, and internal stakeholders on safety-related matters Drive continuous improvement in System Safety processes and methodologies Ensure compliance with relevant military and industry safety standards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of 5 years Industry Experience as a System Safety Engineer or equivalent engineering background B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent technical discipline Experience with safety-critical hardware & software systems in the defense or aerospace industry, with a preference for small UAS or Rotorcraft Extensive knowledge of MIL-STD-882E and other relevant safety standards Experience setting up a System Safety Engineering framework for a product or program, including early stage Design for Safety and Hazard Analysis experience Strong background in safety analysis techniques, including FTA, FHA, SCFTA, and FMECA Failure investigation/analysis experience with proven track record of solving problems and preventing reoccurrence Design Review Experience (PDR, CDR) and confident in presentation skills across all levels of leadership Strong analytical/problem-solving skills and excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally. Eligibility to obtain/main a Secret Clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS M.S.

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline Experience or familiarity with ARP-4754, ARP-4761, MIL-STD-810, MIL-HDBK-217, MIL-STD-461, and MIL-STD-516C and the Joint Software Systems Safety Engineering Handbook (JSSSEH) Experience with Relyence, Teamcenter, JIRA, JAMA, Cameo, and/or Ansys Experience with risk management, change control/change management reviews, and software/firmware

HITL/SITL

Experience supporting field tests, including test safety planning, data acquisition, data analysis, and project coordination AI/ML software safety experience UAS operations experience Front End Software architecture & requirements definition experience. Technical writing experience developing standards, specifications, user guides, and policies Experience drafting requirements for Software & Hardware US Salary Range $146,000 — $196,000 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. To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ . Apply now See more open positions at Anduril