Anduril Industries · 20 hours ago
Senior Mechanical Test Engineer
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will lead the mechanical design and analysis of electronic ignition safety devices for rocket motor programs, providing technical leadership and guidance to the engineering team.
National DefenseArtificial Intelligence (AI)AerospaceGovernmentMilitaryNational Security
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
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.
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.
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 technology company that specializes in developing advanced autonomous systems to enhance national security.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.25BKey Investors
XPRIZEAlphaTON Capital Corp.Founders Fund
2026-01-29Grant· $0.15M
2025-12-16Corporate Round· $30M
2025-06-05Series G· $2.5B
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