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Anduril Industries · 3 months ago

Senior Propulsion Integration Engineer - Air Vehicles

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$142K/yr - $213K/yr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on enhancing military capabilities with advanced technology. They are seeking a Senior Propulsion Integration Engineer to design and integrate propulsion systems for unmanned air vehicles, ensuring the performance and resilience of mechanical systems in complex environments.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

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

Qualification

Propulsion engineeringJet engine experienceMechanical design (CAD)Engine cycle decksManufacturing methodsTeam collaborationProject managementCommunication skills

Required

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

Preferred

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.

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)