Senior Concept Designer

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril’s Design Team is seeking a Concept Designer to join our team and work directly for and with the Maneuver Dominance team to advance their strategic design goals. The Design Team leads Anduril’s brand identity, visual communication, concept art, and industrial design. The Anduril Design Team’s purpose is to connect the mission, people, and products to elevate the Anduril brand. The Maneuver Dominance (MD) Team at Anduril develops aerial robotic systems designed to operate in large, coordinated teams in concert with ground maneuver forces. ABOUT THE JOB As a Concept Designer for Maneuver Dominance, will be an expert on helping MD design and deploy concepts, illustrate missions and complex narratives, by leveraging 2D/3D visualizations which advance the mission and build client engagement with MD products. The ideal candidate is not only an impeccable artist, but also has outstanding knowledge of mechanical authenticity. If you are passionate about bringing narratives to life and pushing visualization techniques, then this role is for you. WHAT YOU’LL DO Lead mission development work within the Maneuver Dominance division Visual development of conceptual narratives Product renderings with photorealistic textures and lighting 2D/3D mission diagrams Development of visualization techniques and styles within the Design Team REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 5 years professional experience as a concept artist, 3d generalist, or equivalent in the entertainment or game industry preferred A portfolio demonstrating ideation, modeling technique and execution, 2D/3D visualization, vehicle and aircraft design Deep understanding of dimensionality, composition, scale, and form Strong ability to execute visual concepts and iterate from technical descriptions Excellent application of material surfacing, and understanding of mechanical function and assembly Expert knowledge in industry-standard software such as Photoshop, Blender, Maya, 3DS, Modo, Z-brush, Keyshot Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, marketing, and business development A reliable self-starter, organized, efficient with attention to detail A team player who brings a unique sense of aesthetics and passion for bringing concepts to life Knowledge of general military application and authenticity is a plus Must work on-site in Costa Mesa, Ca Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities US Salary Range $129,000 - $171,000 USD 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. Please always verify communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com . Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com . Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .

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