Mechanical Engineer, High Speed Missiles

Anduril Industries • Costa Mesa, CA

8d • $129,000 - $171,000

About The Position

The Air Dominance and Strike Mechanical Engineering Team is responsible for designing and integrating advanced hardware for missile platforms . Air Dominance and Strike Mechanical Engineers own the full development lifecycle , from concept generation to integration and flight test, ensuring high-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical systems that meet the demands of complex, contested environments.

Requirements

• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in advanced air vehicle programs.
• Familiarity with hypersonic missile systems and military standards.
• Hands-on experience integrating electrical and mechanical subsystems into high-speed air vehicles.
• Proficiency in designing mechanical parts using CAD software and a strong understanding of manufacturing methods, including machining, sheet metal work, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, and composite lamination.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals and first principles.
• BS or higher degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Siemens NX and Teamcenter software.
• Expertise in air vehicle subsystem layouts, architectural trade studies, and vendor data evaluations.
• An active DoD Top Secret security clearance.
• Proficiency in advanced engineering analysis, including structural, thermal, and/or electrical domains.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and integrate hardware for high-speed air vehicles.
• Own full design lifecycles, from initial concept to real-world deployment.
• Apply first principles of physics to guide all decisions and design processes.
• Lead design reviews, conduct analyses, visit vendors, and define and execute hardware test plans.
• Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production.
• Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed.
• Travel to test sites or vendor locations as needed

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees