Perception Engineering Intern at Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA

Summary: Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Perception Engineering Intern will develop advanced perception systems for autonomous aerial platforms, utilizing expertise in computer vision and robotics to solve complex challenges. Responsibilities: - 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 Required Skills: 3D computer vision, SLAM algorithms, Python programming Important Skills: C++ programming, GPU / CUDA programming, path planning algorithms Nice-to-Have Skills: data structures, algorithms, concurrency, code optimization, sensor integrations, photogrammetry, depth estimation, 3D reconstruction, multi-view geometry, real-time decision-making Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you., We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents., We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents., 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., Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options., Pension plan with employer match., Superannuation plan.