Air-vehicle Multidisciplinary Design Analysis And Optimization (mdao) Engineer

Anduril

Costa Mesa, California, United States
Base: $166,000 - $220,000 usd; bonus/equity: highl...
On-site
Multidisciplinary design analysis and optimization mdao
Python or matlab scripting proficiency
Aircraft and missile design experience
Anduril is seeking a visionary engineer to drive the rapid development of next-generation affordable combat aircraft and missiles by integrating diverse disciplinary models into cohesive multi-fidelity workflows

Job Summary

  • Anduril is seeking a visionary engineer to drive the rapid development of next-generation affordable combat aircraft and missiles by integrating diverse disciplinary models into cohesive multi-fidelity workflows.
  • The role requires leveraging commercial MDAO frameworks to automate engineering processes, pioneer advanced methods like Uncertainty Quantification, and apply cutting-edge AI tools to accelerate design optimization.
  • Candidates will collaborate across technical leadership to define trade studies, develop parameterized geometry models, and mentor teams on creating robust MDAO-hardened tools for mission-critical systems.

Matching Summary

Anduril is seeking a visionary engineer to drive the rapid development of next-generation affordable combat aircraft and missiles by integrating diverse disciplinary models into cohesive multi-fidelity workflows.

Salary

Base: $166,000 - $220,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Highly competitive equity grants included; Benefits: Top-tier benefits package offered

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Multidisciplinary Design Analysis and Optimization MDAO
  • Python or MATLAB scripting proficiency
  • Aircraft and missile design experience
  • Uncertainty Quantification UQ methods
  • Design of Experiments DOE execution
  • Parameterized CAD geometry scripting

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with commercial MDAO frameworks
  • Application of large language models in engineering
  • Top Secret security clearance eligibility
  • Advanced degree in Engineering or Physics
  • Mentoring discipline experts on MDAO methods

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science
  • 5-7+ years in aircraft and/or missile design and analysis
  • 3+ years developing MDAO methods across multiple disciplines
  • Ability to obtain DoD Secret security clearance
  • Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and version control (Git)

Work Rights

Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Secret security clearance

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