Senior Modelling and Simulation Engineer

As a Senior Modelling and Simulation Engineer at Anduril Industries, you will be responsible for leading the design and development of next-generation modeling and simulation architectures. This involves creating detailed simulations of our platforms, including guidance and control algorithms, as well as collaborating with external vendors to ensure integration of various models. You'll play a crucial role in supporting the entire product lifecycle of autonomous vehicles, contributing to their design, implementation, and evolving capabilities.

To qualify for the Senior Modelling and Simulation Engineer role at Anduril Industries, candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or Engineering, coupled with extensive experience in platform physics-based modeling and simulation. Proficiency in programming languages like C, C++, or Python is essential, along with strong system programming skills, and the ability to manage the development processes effectively.

Successful Senior Modelling and Simulation Engineers at Anduril Industries possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with technical proficiency in modeling and simulation frameworks. Additionally, a solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, and robotics principles, combined with effective communication and leadership capabilities, will enable you to excel in mentoring junior engineers and collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team.

At Anduril Industries, Senior Modelling and Simulation Engineers have ample opportunities for career growth. The role can lead to advancements into positions like Principal Software Engineer or Engineering Manager. We foster a culture of professional development, allowing engineers to take on greater responsibilities, including technical ownership of software services and potential leadership roles as a Tech-Lead-Manager.

The work culture at Anduril Industries is innovative, collaborative, and driven by a shared mission to impact defense capabilities. As a Senior Modelling and Simulation Engineer, you will thrive in a dynamic environment surrounded by diverse expertise. We promote teamwork and encourage knowledge sharing and personal growth, making it an exciting and supportive workplace for all our engineers.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you leveraged physics-based modeling techniques. Describe your role, the types of simulations you created, the challenges you faced, and how you overcame them, emphasizing your contribution to previous successes.

In responding to this question, outline your systematic approach starting from requirements gathering, through architectural design, to validation. Demonstrate your understanding of integrating stakeholder feedback and emphasize the importance of iterative development.

Discuss your proficiency in languages such as C, C++, or Python. Provide examples of projects where you've utilized these languages to develop robust simulation environments, detailing specific libraries or frameworks you used and the impact they had on your work.

Explain your strategy for maintaining model accuracy and relevance, including practices such as continuous testing, validation against real-world data, and adaptability to changes in technology and mission requirements.

Share specific examples of how you have collaborated with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, data analysts, and external vendors. Highlight the results these collaborations achieved in terms of improved project outcomes and innovation.

Detail any experience you have with simulating these algorithms. Discuss the methodologies and tools you've employed, any particular challenges you faced, and how your simulations informed decision-making processes in past projects.

Identify challenges you have faced during model integration and explain how you resolved them. This could include technical difficulties, unexpected behaviors during simulations, or communication hurdles with collaborators.

Reflect on a specific mentoring experience, focusing on the skills you imparted and the growth observed in the junior engineer. Be sure to mention how this experience contributed to team cohesion and project success.

Discuss various methods you use to keep your skills current, such as attending conferences, pursuing certifications, and reading relevant publications. Sharing specific examples demonstrates your commitment to ongoing professional development.

Express your passion and enthusiasm for advancements in this field. Highlight specific technologies or innovations that inspire you, and articulate how you see yourself contributing to these developments at Anduril Industries.