Mechanical Engineer, Air Vehicles

Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa, United States
Base: $129,000 - $171,000 usd; equity: highly comp...
On-site
Unmanned air vehicles
First principles physics
Design reviews
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company transforming military capabilities with advanced technology, including AI-powered operating systems and cutting-edge autonomy

Job Summary

  • Anduril Industries is a defense technology company transforming military capabilities with advanced technology, including AI-powered operating systems and cutting-edge autonomy.
  • The Air Dominance and Strike Mechanical Engineering Team designs and integrates advanced hardware for Group 5 air vehicles and missile platforms, owning the full development lifecycle.
  • The company offers comprehensive healthcare, income protection, generous time off, family planning support, mental health resources, and professional development opportunities.

Matching Summary

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company transforming military capabilities with advanced technology, including AI-powered operating systems and cutting-edge autonomy.

Salary

Base: $129,000 - $171,000 USD; Equity: Highly competitive grants; Benefits: Top-tier healthcare, income protection, generous PTO, family planning, mental health resources

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • unmanned air vehicles
  • first principles physics
  • design reviews
  • hardware test plans
  • vendor visits
  • prototype building

Nice-to-have

  • AI-powered operating system
  • strategic competition
  • cutting-edge autonomy
  • resilient and scalable systems

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years mechanical engineering experience
  • Advanced Air Vehicles Programs experience
  • Integrating electrical and mechanical subsystems
  • Designing mechanical parts (CAD)
  • Manufacturing methods understanding
  • BS or higher degree in ME, AE, or EE
  • Eligible for U.S. Secret security clearance

Work Rights

Eligible for U.S. Secret security clearance

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