Mechanical Engineer, Propulsion

Anduril Industries

Santa Ana, United States
$129,000—$171,000 usd; equity grants included; top...
On-site
Propulsion component design
Mechanical system verification
Hands-on prototyping and assembly
The Propulsion team designs, develops, and qualifies engines that power Anduril's family of autonomous air vehicles, taking engines from concept through prototype, test, and into production on timelines measured in months

Job Summary

  • The Propulsion team designs, develops, and qualifies engines that power Anduril's family of autonomous air vehicles, taking engines from concept through prototype, test, and into production on timelines measured in months.
  • You will own and drive mechanical design and development of propulsion components and assemblies, overseeing the process from initial concept to low rate production.
  • Anduril offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you, income protection, and generous time off with a holiday hiatus in December.

Matching Summary

The Propulsion team designs, develops, and qualifies engines that power Anduril's family of autonomous air vehicles, taking engines from concept through prototype, test, and into production on timelines measured in months.

Salary

$129,000—$171,000 USD; Equity grants included; Top-tier benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Propulsion component design
  • Mechanical system verification
  • Hands-on prototyping and assembly
  • Design for manufacturability
  • CAD skills and engineering drawings

Nice-to-have

  • High-performance rotating machinery
  • Lean, high-ownership culture
  • Rapid flight test integration
  • Advanced manufacturing techniques

Key Requirements

  • BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering
  • 2+ years technical engineering experience
  • Proven CAD skills
  • Strong engineering fundamentals
  • Hands-on prototyping, fabrication, assembly skills
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes
  • US Person status required

Work Rights

US Person status required

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