Chief Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems
About The Position
As Chief Engineer, you will provide technical and project execution leadership to solid rocket programs throughout their lifecycle, from cradle-to-grave. The right person for this role has direct, hands-on experience with the development of solid rocket motors from concept to production, deep technical understanding of solid rocket motor design and production, and excellent project management skills. If you are a hands-on leader, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and enjoy being the point person for getting a project across the finish line, then this role is for you.
Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years' experience with the design, development, and manufacture of solid rocket motors.
- Strong technical background in mechanical design, internal ballistics, structural analysis, or thermal analysis.
- Strong project planning and management skills.
- Well-versed in the application of systems engineering, particularly risk management and requirements management.
- Ability to travel to other Anduril sites, customer sites, or supplier sites as business demands. Anticipated 25% travel.
- Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree (masters or doctorate) in engineering or engineering management.
- Experience with Solidworks CAD software and/or Abaqus FEA software.
- Ability to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance.
Responsibilities
- Lead solid rocket motor programs from concept into production.
- Own the program-have full authority and responsibility for its execution.
- Generate program plans and execute to them.
- Be the "face of the program" with internal and external customers.
- Manage the day-to-day activities of an interdisciplinary technical team.
- Coordinate activities with other Anduril Rocket Motor Systems organizations outside of Engineering, such as Manufacturing Operations and Supply Chain.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
