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ABOUT THE JOB
Anduril is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Maneuver Dominance team at our Costa Mesa HQ. The Maneuver Dominance (MD) Team develops aerial robotic systems designed to operate in large coordinated teams with ground maneuver forces, building on platforms like Ghost, Altius, or Roadrunner. ABOUT THE TEAM
You will work on core product development for unmanned rotorcraft and complex systems, including composites, mechanisms, structures and tooling. The ideal candidate would be practical, hands-on and a self starter. High growth potential is possible along with additional leadership opportunities. WHAT YOU’LL DO
Own and drive the mechanical design of a new air vehicle, overseeing the process from concept to low-rate production. Lead efforts to define requirements, propose solutions, and establish a methodology for evaluating and verifying mechanical systems. Collaborate with electrical and software teams to ensure the mechanical, electrical, and software systems form a reliable, flexible, and cost-effective system. Spearhead design reviews, conduct analysis, visit vendors, prototype, and implement hardware test plans. Contribute to the enhancement of team tools, templates, processes, and standards. Cultivate a positive, high-energy, educational, and collaborative team environment. Balance operational needs across vehicle subsystems while optimizing for development speed, mass, manufacturability, and cost. Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed. Travel to test sites and vendors as needed. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in an immersive technical project (collegiate project teams or professional settings). A minimum of 5+ years in a technical engineering role in a professional setting. Strong technical knowledge in core engineering principles, mechanics of composite materials, design, analysis, testing, and fabrication. Deep understanding of load paths, design practices, and hand calculations to design robust, structurally efficient assemblies. Strong proficiency in CAD software (NX preferred) with emphasis on complex fixturing and tooling design. Hands-on experience supporting assembly fixturing and tooling life cycle development through design, procurement, build, and implementation. Expertise with high-performance airframe manufacturing and assembly processes, including composite and metallic part machining, locating, fixturing, fastening, joining, fuel sealing, and integration from part to completed airframe. BS or MS in mechanical engineering, or equivalent work experience. Demonstrated hands-on fabrication skills. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in NX/Teamcenter. Experience with clean sheet aircraft configuration. Broad experience in leading tooling and manufacturing of composite and metallic airframes and parts. Experience in systems integration during airframe assembly. Experience in metrology verification methods and equipment used for aircraft assembly fixturing and part fabrication. Demonstrated passion for aviation, aerospace, or unmanned systems through hands-on projects, certifications, or hobbies. Outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with running structural development testing. Experience with Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Design Build Fly, etc. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
US Salary Range: $148,000 — $192,000 USD. The salary range is an estimate based on base salary factors. Actual offer may vary. Equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers as part of total compensation. Anduril offers comprehensive benefits for full-time employees, including: Healthcare Benefits:
US Roles: comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost. UK & AUS Roles: we cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: annual contribution toward private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits:
Income protection (life and disability insurance), generous time off with holiday break in December, caregiver & wellness leave, family planning & parenting support, mental health resources, professional development, commuter benefits, relocation assistance where eligible. 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 compensation and benefits during the hiring process. To view Anduril’s candidate data privacy policy, visit the Anduril applicant privacy notice (URL removed here).
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Anduril is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Maneuver Dominance team at our Costa Mesa HQ. The Maneuver Dominance (MD) Team develops aerial robotic systems designed to operate in large coordinated teams with ground maneuver forces, building on platforms like Ghost, Altius, or Roadrunner. ABOUT THE TEAM
You will work on core product development for unmanned rotorcraft and complex systems, including composites, mechanisms, structures and tooling. The ideal candidate would be practical, hands-on and a self starter. High growth potential is possible along with additional leadership opportunities. WHAT YOU’LL DO
Own and drive the mechanical design of a new air vehicle, overseeing the process from concept to low-rate production. Lead efforts to define requirements, propose solutions, and establish a methodology for evaluating and verifying mechanical systems. Collaborate with electrical and software teams to ensure the mechanical, electrical, and software systems form a reliable, flexible, and cost-effective system. Spearhead design reviews, conduct analysis, visit vendors, prototype, and implement hardware test plans. Contribute to the enhancement of team tools, templates, processes, and standards. Cultivate a positive, high-energy, educational, and collaborative team environment. Balance operational needs across vehicle subsystems while optimizing for development speed, mass, manufacturability, and cost. Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed. Travel to test sites and vendors as needed. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in an immersive technical project (collegiate project teams or professional settings). A minimum of 5+ years in a technical engineering role in a professional setting. Strong technical knowledge in core engineering principles, mechanics of composite materials, design, analysis, testing, and fabrication. Deep understanding of load paths, design practices, and hand calculations to design robust, structurally efficient assemblies. Strong proficiency in CAD software (NX preferred) with emphasis on complex fixturing and tooling design. Hands-on experience supporting assembly fixturing and tooling life cycle development through design, procurement, build, and implementation. Expertise with high-performance airframe manufacturing and assembly processes, including composite and metallic part machining, locating, fixturing, fastening, joining, fuel sealing, and integration from part to completed airframe. BS or MS in mechanical engineering, or equivalent work experience. Demonstrated hands-on fabrication skills. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in NX/Teamcenter. Experience with clean sheet aircraft configuration. Broad experience in leading tooling and manufacturing of composite and metallic airframes and parts. Experience in systems integration during airframe assembly. Experience in metrology verification methods and equipment used for aircraft assembly fixturing and part fabrication. Demonstrated passion for aviation, aerospace, or unmanned systems through hands-on projects, certifications, or hobbies. Outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with running structural development testing. Experience with Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Design Build Fly, etc. COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
US Salary Range: $148,000 — $192,000 USD. The salary range is an estimate based on base salary factors. Actual offer may vary. Equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers as part of total compensation. Anduril offers comprehensive benefits for full-time employees, including: Healthcare Benefits:
US Roles: comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost. UK & AUS Roles: we cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: annual contribution toward private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits:
Income protection (life and disability insurance), generous time off with holiday break in December, caregiver & wellness leave, family planning & parenting support, mental health resources, professional development, commuter benefits, relocation assistance where eligible. 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 compensation and benefits during the hiring process. To view Anduril’s candidate data privacy policy, visit the Anduril applicant privacy notice (URL removed here).
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