Propulsion Engineer

$110,000 - $165,000/Yr

Aduril Industries - Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Costa Mesa, CA

About the position

As a Propulsion Engineer at Anduril Industries, you will play a crucial role in the research and development of advanced aircraft engines and components. Your work will involve designing, fabricating, and testing prototype components and control systems, as well as collecting and analyzing test data to drive continuous improvement in engine performance and efficiency. This position requires a strong foundation in engineering principles, particularly in internal combustion engines, and offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge defense technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist in research and development regarding design of aircraft engines, engine components, advanced combustion and fuel injection systems.
• Specify, design, fabricate, install, and test prototype components and control systems.
• Specify, design, and install instrumentation on test assets for data acquisition.
• Collect, organize, and post-process test data to generate test reports with conclusions and recommendations for further work.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement activities, including process improvement, efficiency improvement, and development of data analysis techniques.

Requirements

• BS or higher degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge of fundamentals of internal combustion engines.
• Exposure to testing of engines, or powertrain components.
• Practical experience with diagnostics monitoring, failure detection, and data analysis.
• Mechatronics experience; sensor selection, design and assembly of actuators, setup of data acquisition systems, assemble wire harnesses and debug/troubleshoot systems.
• Experience designing mechanical parts (CAD). Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, etc.).
• Experience procuring parts and working in a machine shop. Working knowledge of machine safety and shop safety protocols.
• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge and experience working with Engine Management Systems (EMS), OEM or motorsport.
• Understanding of engine dynamometer operation including testing practices, instrumentation, and calculations.
• Practical or professional experience with internal combustion engines.

Benefits

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: 100% covered for you and 90% for dependents.
• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for UK roles, fully covered for employee and dependents.
• Private health plan through Bupa for AUS roles, fully subsidized.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered.
• Generous company holiday calendar and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support including fertility and adoption coverage.
• Free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy and life coaching.
• Professional development stipend available to all employees.
• Daily meals and provisions in many offices.
• Company-funded commuter benefits based on region.
• Relocation assistance depending on role eligibility.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan (US roles only).