Senior Propulsion Integration Engineer

Full-time - Mid Level

Costa Mesa, CA

About the position

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

Responsibilities

• Critical member of team for selection and integration of aircraft engines, engine components, and fuel systems on unmanned air vehicles
• Design, fabricate, and test prototype components and control systems
• Plan, instrument, and execute tests of aircraft propulsion systems
• Coordinate with engine vendors, develop strategic partnerships, and manage development projects
• Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
• Critical member of team supporting CAD design for internal aerodynamic loft, surfaces and structures
• Travel to test sites as needed

Requirements

• 5+ years of propulsion engineering experience on air vehicles (manned or unmanned)
• Professional experience with jet engines in the 1,000-20,000 lbf thrust class.
• Knowledge of jet engine fundamentals
• Experience with use of engine cycle decks
• Exposure to testing of engines or powertrain components
• Experience designing mechanical parts and surface loft (CAD)
• Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, etc)
• BS or higher degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering
• Eligible to obtain and be able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in NX/Teamcenter
• Hands-on experience with jet engine testing including test practices, instrumentation, and data processing
• Knowledge and experience working with Engine Management Systems (EMS), OEM or motorsport
• Experience procuring parts and working in a machine shop. Working knowledge of machine safety and shop safety protocols
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance

Benefits

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
• For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
• For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
• Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
• A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
• Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
• Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
• Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)