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Warfighter Research & Systems Analyst

Anduril· Maritime & Maneuver Dominance : Maneuver Dominance Engineering : MD - Advanced Capabilities
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Costa Mesa, CA$146k - $194kFull-timePosted 7mo ago

About the role

Anduril Industries is seeking a Warfighter Research & Systems Analyst to build, test, and scale Modeling, Simulation, & Analysis tools for evaluating mission concepts and demonstrating system value through data-driven analysis and wargaming.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct joint and combined tactical (engagement-level and mission-level) analysis. Employ operations research, systems analysis, and wargaming to develop methodologies for analysis.
  • Leverage high-end models and simulations, including Anduril’s Lattice Mission Simulation and AFSM (Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration and Modeling), to conduct studies.
  • Perform data analysis and utilize computer models to devise solutions for intricate challenges, applying scientific inquiry and advanced analytics.
  • Design, execute, and analyze tactical-level wargames to assess autonomous system capabilities and refine tactics.
  • Develop physics-based models and relevant operational scenarios for wargaming exercises, with emphasis on red/blue force modeling.
  • Create and drive simulated entities during live play as a white cell or red cell operator to ensure realistic wargame execution.
  • Assess, decompose, and solve complex problems, conveying results to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with engineering and business development teams to demonstrate capabilities and value proposition through rigorous, data-driven analysis.

Qualifications

  • Currently possess and be able to maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
  • 5 years of experience in Operations Research, Systems Analysis (ORSA), or related discipline.
  • Experience with tactical experiment and wargaming design, including scenario development, data analytics, and trade-space analysis.
  • Demonstrated experience in modeling and simulation for military missions, prefer red force background.
  • Experience with DoD M&S tools (e.g., AFSIM, Brawler, Suppressor, ESAMS, Command PE).
  • Proficiency with C++ or Python for physics-based modeling and scripting.
  • Ability to assess and solve problems, and to effectively communicate results through strong verbal and written skills
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities

Skills

Required:Security clearanceOperations Research / ORSAWargaming design and scenario developmentDoD M&S toolsProgramming (C++/Python)

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package (health, recovery, and related coverage) available to full-time employees
Last updated Sep 2, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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