Anduril Industries · 16 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer, High Speed Missiles
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$129K/yr - $171K/yr
5+ years expAnduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Mechanical Engineer for High Speed Missiles will design, develop, and integrate hardware for high-speed air vehicles, managing the full development lifecycle from concept to deployment.
AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and integrate hardware for high-speed air vehicles
Own full design lifecycles, from initial concept to real-world deployment
Apply first principles of physics to guide all decisions and design processes
Lead design reviews, conduct analyses, visit vendors, and define and execute hardware test plans
Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production
Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
Travel to test sites or vendor locations as needed
Qualification
Required
5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in advanced air vehicle programs
Familiarity with hypersonic missile systems and military standards
Hands-on experience integrating electrical and mechanical subsystems into high-speed air vehicles
Proficiency in designing mechanical parts using CAD software and a strong understanding of manufacturing methods, including machining, sheet metal work, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, and composite lamination
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals and first principles
BS or higher degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
Preferred
Experience using Siemens NX and Teamcenter software
Expertise in air vehicle subsystem layouts, architectural trade studies, and vendor data evaluations
An active DoD Top Secret security clearance
Proficiency in advanced engineering analysis, including structural, thermal, and/or electrical domains
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.
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
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.
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.
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.
Annual reimbursement for professional development
Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Available depending on role eligibility.
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
Pension plan with employer match.
Superannuation plan.
Company
Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a defense product company that builds technology for military agencies and border surveillance.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.25BKey Investors
AlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders FundU.S. Department of Defense
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
2025-01-07Grant· $14.3M
Leadership Team
Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
Joseph Chen
Co-founder
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