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Anduril Industries · 1 week ago

Propulsion Engineer, Test & Controls

Costa Mesa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$129K/yr - $171K/yr

5+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. The Propulsion Engineer, Test & Controls will develop system requirements and test campaigns for airbreathing turbine applications, interface with program demands, and work on engine control systems.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop system requirements and test campaigns for Anduril’s wide range of airbreathing turbine applications

Design test campaigns and development efforts to satisfy program feature requirements

Interface with program and customer demands to deliver high quality propulsion products

Work with engine control systems including FADEC’s, ECU’s, Starter-Generators and related hardware

Work with actuators, sensors, connectors and architecture of engine control systems

Develop test stands, instrumentation packages and equipment to support engine test and integration

Test, diagnose, and analyze engine data on test stands, on test expeditions, and in flight test

Work on the coolest engines in the aviation business

Qualification

Gas turbine experienceEngine control systemsEmbedded systems developmentMechanical design (CAD)Data analysisTestingDiagnosticsMIL standardsMechatronics experiencePart selectionCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or similar

5+ years relevant engineering experience in gas turbine / aerospace / defense / automotive / passenger car / commercial vehicle industry

Familiarity with engines, engine controls, and/or testing of engines or powertrain components

Familiarity with verification test plan writing and execution, MIL standards, and feature development

Ability to collaborate well with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, and test engineers

Practical experience with diagnostics monitoring, failure detection and data analysis

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Travel time up to 25%

Preferred

Masters or advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics Engineering, or similar

Strong understanding, and intuition for the physics of basic propulsion systems, motion control systems, and heat transfer

Ability to assist with part selection, board design, and product design efforts

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

Experience with controls system development, modeling, and implementation in an embedded environment

Mechatronics experience; sensor selection, setup of data acquisition systems, assemble wire harnesses and debug/troubleshoot systems

Experience with reusable device drivers and communications protocol libraries

Experience in embedded controls, controls integration, or relevant hardware areas

Experience with CANape or similar CAN interface tool

Experience in the design and implementation of automotive control electronics

Prior experience developing embedded systems for automotive powertrain controls is a plus

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

Pension plan with employer match.

Superannuation plan.