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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Connected Warfare

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Costa Mesa, CA
146K-194K Annually
Senior level
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Costa Mesa, CA
146K-194K Annually
Senior level
The Senior Mechanical Engineer will design and prototype hardware for defense systems, collaborate with teams and customers, and ensure products meet battlefield conditions.
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Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Connected Warfare is the team at Anduril dedicated to the modernization of the command and control systems of U.S. and Allied forces. New technologies and new adversaries demand a new approach to battlefield intelligence, and you will be the driving force behind the integration of cutting-edge edge compute and communications technologies that make that approach a reality. If you possess a pioneering spirit and a record of excellence in mechanical engineering, join us in shaping the future of military might. Your work will not only create new products but also change the balance of defense capabilities on a global scale. Apply now and become a vital part of our mission to secure a safer tomorrow.

WHAT YOU’LL DO
    • Own hardware from concept generation to real world use
    • Serve as a key part of tight-knit product team
    • Work with customers to understand real battlefield challenges
    • Design novel hardware for those mission sets - from the ground up
    • Use engineering first-principles, analysis, and testing to ensure your designs will survive battlefield conditions
    • Get hands-on to build prototypes and first articles
    • Travel to exercises and work alongside warfighters to support and collect feedback on our products
    • Iterate on your designs and work with our manufacturing team to build and deliver them at scale
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Demonstrated ability to design, prototype, and ship hardware
    • Past record of design ownership in a team setting (professional or otherwise)
    • High competence with, and fluid use of, engineering first principles
    • 7+ years of professional mechanical experience
    • CAD skills (any platform) and ability to make high quality engineering drawings
    • Demonstrated hands-on fabrication skills
    • BS, M.Eng, MS or PhD in an engineering field
    • Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience in NX/Teamcenter
  • Ability to integrate electronic components into mechanical designs (motors, controllers, sensors etc.)
  • Experience with machining, sheet metal, composites, and 3D printing
  • Knowledge of static, dynamic, or thermal analysis methods and use in ANSYS
  • Active Top Secret Security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one
US Salary Range
$146,000$194,000 USD

 

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: 

Healthcare Benefits 

  • US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. 
  • UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. 
  • IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. 

Additional Benefits 

  • 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. 

Retirement Savings Plan 

  • US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. 
  • UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. 
  • AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. 

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. 

To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/. 

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