Senior Tracking Software Engineer, Space

Senior Tracking Software Engineer, SpaceWashington, District of Columbia, United StatesAnduril 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 JobWe are looking for a Senior Tracking Software Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Washington DC. In this role, you will lead the development of advanced 2D and 3D tracking algorithms that maintain custody of space objects, processing sensor detections and messages into actionable tracks for space situational awareness missions. As a senior member of the team, you will architect and implement sophisticated multi-target tracking systems using cutting-edge state estimation and data association techniques, develop physics-based models to validate performance, and mentor engineers while working closely with software teams to deploy your algorithms into operational systems. You will drive technical decisions, lead design reviews, and serve as a subject matter expert in tracking algorithms. This will require deep expertise in tracking algorithms, state estimation (Kalman filtering), data association methods (JPDA, MHT), proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and C++, experience with modeling and simulation, and demonstrated technical leadership. If you are someone who enjoys solving challenging tracking problems involving clutter, maneuvering targets, contested sensing environments, and real-time mission constraints while guiding others to do the same then this role is for you.What You'll DoLead systems engineering and algorithm development tasks supporting space and missile defense tracking missions, providing technical direction and guidance to team membersArchitect and implement advanced object tracking and state estimation algorithms, including track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and terminationDesign and evaluate multi-target tracking and multi-sensor fusion approaches for EO/IR, RF, or hybrid sensor architecturesLead the implementation of advanced data association techniques including JPDA (Joint Probabilistic Data Association), MHT (Multiple Hypothesis Tracking), nearest neighbor, and track-to-track fusion methodsDrive innovation in data association techniques, exploring novel approaches and optimizations for complex operational scenariosBuild sophisticated physics-based models and conduct modeling and simulation including Monte Carlo analysis, recorded sensor playback, and hardware-in-the-loop testing to validate tracking performanceLead performance analysis, trade studies, and simulation-based assessments of tracking robustness under challenging conditions (maneuvering targets, clutter, countermeasures, degraded sensing)Collaborate with and mentor software engineers to transition tracking algorithms from MATLAB/Python prototypes to production C/C++ code optimized for real-time operational systemsDrive the systems engineering lifecycle including requirements decomposition, trade studies on tracking approaches, verification and validation planning, and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)Lead technical documentation efforts and present at design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) and customer engagementsMentor engineers in tracking algorithm development, state estimation theory, and best practicesServe as a technical subject matter expert for tracking systems, advising program leadership on algorithm performance, risks, and opportunitiesRequired QualificationsCurrently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearanceBachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field8+ years of experience designing, implementing, and testing multi-target tracking algorithms for aerospace, defense, or autonomous systemsDemonstrated technical leadership in tracking algorithm development, including leading design efforts, mentoring team members, or serving as a subject matter expertDeep theoretical and practical expertise with state estimation techniques, including Kalman Filters (EKF, UKF), multi-target tracking concepts, and Interacting Multiple Model (IMM) filtersProven experience developing tracking algorithms that handle track initiation, maintenance, correlation, and termination in operational systemsExpert proficiency in algorithm development using MATLAB and/or Python with demonstrated experience transitioning algorithms to C++ for production deploymentExtensive experience with modeling, simulation, and testing workflows including Monte Carlo analysis, sensor data playback, or hardware-in-the-loop environmentsStrong ability to work collaboratively with software engineers, systems engineers, and test teams to integrate tracking algorithms into operational systemsExcellent communication skills with experience presenting technical concepts to diverse audiences including engineers, program managers, and customersPreferred QualificationsAdvanced degree (MS or PhD) in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or related technical field10+ years of experience in tracking algorithm development for defense or aerospace applicationsExperience in one or more of the following domains: missile defense or space systems; EO/IR or RF sensors; kill vehicles, interceptors, or countermeasuresExtensive experience handling challenging tracking scenarios including track fragmentation, ghost tracks, sensor outages, and high-clutter environmentsDeep familiarity with real-time system constraints, embedded systems, or edge compute optimizationDemonstrated experience leading efforts within the systems engineering design cycle, including requirements decomposition and traceability, algorithm design and trade studies, verification and validation (V&V), and documentation and design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)Experience with MBSE tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, DOORS)Experience with advanced tracking techniques such as Random Finite Set (RFS) methods, Probability Hypothesis Density (PHD) filters, or machine learning-enhanced trackingPublication record in peer-reviewed journals or conferences related to tracking, state estimation, or sensor fusionExperience briefing and interfacing with government customers (DoD, IC, or similar)Track record of delivering tracking solutions into operational systems or fielded productsUS Salary Range$191,000 - $253,000 USDThe salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. 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