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Anduril Industries · 18 hours ago

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company dedicated to transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will lead the mechanical design and analysis of electronic ignition safety devices for rocket motor programs, providing technical leadership and guidance to mechanical engineers.

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Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership and guidance to supporting mechanical engineers
Perform CAD design activities of mechanical components
Conduct structural and thermal analysis of electromechanical systems subjected to shock, vibration, and thermal loads
Generate, review, and release product definition (i.e. engineering drawings)
Create reports and presentations documenting analysis and other supporting work
Present to peers and customers in design reviews
Support prototyping, manufacturing, and test operations onsite at our manufacturing facilities and suppliers’ facilities
Own the development of critical systems and subsystems from cradle to grave

Qualification

Mechanical designStress analysisThermal analysisCAD softwareGeometric DimensioningTolerancingFEA softwareTechnical leadershipPropulsion systemsEngineering tool developmentMicrosoft ExcelMATLABPythonCommunicationInitiativeOwnership

Required

8+ years' experience performing mechanical design and analysis
Experience qualifying electronic devices for space launch applications
A bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or similar
Prior experience operating CAD software and/or FEA software
A solid understanding of hardware manufacturability and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
Strong communication skills
Ability to travel to other Anduril sites, customer sites, or supplier sites as business demand dictates. Anticipated 10-25% travel
Ability to obtain and hold a Secret Security Clearance

Preferred

Technical leadership experience
Exhibits strong initiative and ownership of tasks
Experience with NX CAD software and/or Abaqus FEA software
Certification in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
Expertise in engineering tool development in Microsoft Excel, MATLAB, and/or Python
Experience with propulsion systems

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.

Company

Anduril Industries

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Anduril Industries is a defense product company that builds technology for military agencies and border surveillance.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$6.25B
Key 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

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Brian Schimpf
Co-Founder and CEO
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Joseph Chen
Co-founder
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