Perception Engineering Intern

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE JOB We are seeking a perception engineer with a strong background in computer vision to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be at the forefront of developing advanced perception systems for complex autonomous aerial platforms. Your expertise in computer vision algorithms, combined with your understanding of robotics principles, will be crucial in solving a wide variety of challenges involving visual perception, SLAM, motion planning, controls, and state estimation. This role requires not only technical expertise in computer vision and robotics but also the ability to make pragmatic engineering tradeoffs, considering the unique constraints of aerial platforms. Your work will directly contribute to the seamless integration of Anduril's products, achieving critical outcomes in autonomous operations. This position demands strong systems-level knowledge and experience, as you'll be working on the intersection of computer vision, robotics, and autonomous systems. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of computer vision in robotics, possess a "Whatever It Takes" mindset, and can execute in an expedient, scalable, and pragmatic way while keeping the mission top-of-mind and making sound engineering decisions, then this role is for you. WHAT YOU'LL DO Work at the intersection of 3D perception and computer vision, developing robust algorithms that power real-time decision-making for autonomous aerial systems. Develop and implement advanced structure from motion and SLAM algorithms to create accurate 3D models from multiple camera inputs in real-time. Integrate perception outputs with path planning algorithms to enable autonomous navigation in complex, unstructured environments Design experiments, data collection efforts, and curate training/evaluation sets to develop insights for both internal purposes and customers. Collaborate closely with robotics, software, and hardware teams to integrate perception algorithms into autonomous aerial systems. Work with vendors and government stakeholders to advance the state-of-the-art in perception and world modeling for autonomous aerial systems. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS BS in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. Strong knowledge of 3D computer vision concepts, including multi-view geometry, camera models, photogrammetry, depth estimation, and 3D reconstruction techniques. Fluency in standard domain libraries (numpy, opencv, pytorch, etc). Proven understanding of data structures, algorithms, concurrency, and code optimization. Experience working with Python, PyTorch, or C++ programming languages. Experience deploying software to end customers, internal or external. Must be willing to travel 25%. Eligible to obtain an active U.S. Secret security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS MS or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Experience with perception systems for aerial robotics or other highly dynamic platforms. Experience with real-world sensor integrations, including LiDAR, RGB-D cameras, IR cameras, stereo cameras, or TOF cameras. Experience with GPU / CUDA programming for accelerated computer vision processing. Knowledge of path planning algorithms and their integration with perception systems in dynamic environments. 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. Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates. 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