andurilindustries
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Components and Propulsion
At a Glance
- Location
- Costa Mesa, California, United States
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Department
- Mechanical Engineering
- Posted
- 2026-06-24T14:04:15-04:00
Key Requirements
Required Skills
Domain Knowledge
- Aerospace
- Banking
- Education
- Engineering
- Finance
- Manufacturing
- Media
- Regulatory
Benefits & Perks
ensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to empl
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, coupled with 5+ years of direct, hands-on experience in propulsion system design, analysis, or the development of high-performance mechanical components.
Propulsion System Expertise:
Demonstrated experience with the design, analysis (e.g., thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, turbomachinery), and testing of propulsion systems (e.g., electric motors, internal combustion engines, jet engines, rocket engines).
Proficiency in relevant engineering analysis software, including CFD (e.g., ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM), FEA (e.g., ANSYS, Nastran), and multi-physics simulation tools.
Strong skills in detailed mechanical design using professional CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, NX), with a solid understanding of GD&T, materials selection, and manufacturing processes relevant to high-performance components.
Hands-on Testing & Data Analysis:
Responsibilities
At Anduril, our Mechanical Engineers, Components and Propulsion are at the forefront of defense technology, crafting high-impact, cutting-edge propulsion systems and high-performance mechanical components that redefine innovation.
You'll dive into a diverse range of projects, partnering with brilliant minds across disciplines to engineer robust thermo-mechanical designs and efficient power delivery systems that empower our mission-critical operations.
Design & Analyze Propulsion Systems:
Lead the conceptualization, design, and detailed engineering of novel propulsion systems (e.g., electric, turbofan, rocket, hybrid) including engines, motors, pumps, and associated fluidic or thermal management components, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
Develop High-Performance Mechanical Components:
Design and optimize critical mechanical components and subsystems, such as gearboxes, actuators, mechanisms, and structural elements, to meet stringent performance, reliability, and mass targets in extreme environments.