Anduril Industries · 7 hours ago
Senior Product Designer, Tactical Reconnaissance & Strike
Costa Mesa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$166K/yr - $220K/yr
5+ years expAnduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. They are seeking a Senior Product Designer to lead mobile-first product experiences and web-based workflows for tactical operations, collaborating closely with engineers and product managers to enhance mission-critical workflows.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own mobile-first product experiences for tactical operations alongside web-based workflows from discovery to delivery – leveraging established [tactical] mobile conventions as a foundation while identifying opportunities to redefine interaction patterns based on validated user needs
Lead discovery and validation through direct engagement with end users in operational contexts and collaborative workshops with stakeholders; synthesize findings into design decisions that demonstrably improve mission-critical workflows in a fast-paced environment where speed to deployment is essential
Proactively identify design opportunities with minimal direction, defining what needs to be designed and driving work forward autonomously – balancing near-term delivery needs with system-level thinking across interconnected workflows
Shape how product design integrates with engineering & product management through close collaboration, iterative prototyping, and hands-on implementation guidance
Ensure your work is easy to follow through strong narrative skills, journey maps, user workflows, high fidelity mockups, and detailed documentation rigor
Partner with our design systems team to evolve the underlying platform through your work at the edge
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in product design, UX, or HCI, with a proven ability to execute high-craft, technically informed solutions
Proven experience designing mobile-first product experiences with deep understanding of mobile interface patterns, constraints, and interaction paradigms
Self-directed work style with demonstrated ability to operate autonomously – identifying gaps, defining scope, and driving design forward without constant direction
Experience designing for operational or tactical contexts where workflows require precision, speed, and clarity under time-sensitive conditions
Deep expertise in visual and interaction design with ability to craft elegant solutions for complex workflows; portfolio demonstrating high attention to detail
Systems thinking mindset, capable of mapping workflows across multiple user types and operational contexts
Strong prototyping skills to drive clarity in decision-making
Ability to communicate the 'why' behind design decisions; work demonstrating having navigating complex stakeholder requirements across engineering, product, and business teams
No prior defense experience necessary – we are looking for designers who can bring diverse perspectives to hard problems
Preferred
Experience designing for provisioning and configuration at scale – creating workflows that ensure consistency, minimize errors, and provide clear visibility across operational states
Track record of delivering high-quality design work against firm deadlines in fast-paced, mission-critical environments where priorities shift rapidly and ambiguity is the norm
Experience working within established design systems while contributing thoughtful extensions for domain-specific needs
Experience leading user research sessions including customer discovery, usability testing, and synthesis of complex feedback loops
Facilitation skills to lead workshops, guide cross-functional alignment, and strategic decision-making
Familiarity with designing for constrained or high-stakes / safety critical environments (e.g., industrial, aerospace, or defense systems)
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance
Benefits
Healthcare Benefits
Income Protection
Generous time off
Family Planning & Parenting Support
Mental Health Resources
Professional Development
Commuter Benefits
Relocation Assistance
Retirement Savings Plan
Company
Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a defense product company that builds technology for military agencies and border surveillance.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.25BKey Investors
AlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders FundU.S. Department of Defense
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
2025-01-07Grant· $14.3M
Leadership Team
Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
Joseph Chen
Co-founder
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