Propulsion Test Engineer

Anduril Industries • Costa Mesa, CA

3d

About The Position

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. What You’ll Do Develop system requirements and test campaigns for Anduril’s wide range of airbreathing turbine applications. Design test campaigns and development efforts to satisfy program feature requirements. Interface with program and customer demands to deliver high quality propulsion products. Work with engine control systems including FADEC’s, ECU’s, Starter-Generators and related hardware. Work with actuators, sensors, connectors and architecture of engine control systems. Develop test stands, instrumentation packages and equipment to support engine test and integration. Test, diagnose, and analyze engine data on test stands, on test expeditions, and in flight test. Work on the coolest engines in the aviation business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or similar.
• 5+ years relevant engineering experience in gas turbine / aerospace / defense / automotive / passenger car / commercial vehicle industry.
• Strong understanding, and intuition for the physics of basic propulsion systems, motion control systems, and heat transfer.
• Familiarity with engines, engine controls, and/or testing of engines or powertrain components.
• Familiarity with verification test plan writing and execution, MIL standards, and feature development
• Ability to collaborate well with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, and test engineers.
• Practical experience with diagnostics monitoring, failure detection and data analysis.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities
• Travel time up to 25%

Nice To Haves

• Masters or advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Mechatronics Engineering, or similar.
• Ability to assist with part selection, board design, and product design efforts.
• Ability to assist with designing simple mechanical parts (CAD).
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, etc.) preferred.
• Experience in procuring development parts and working in a fabrication environment
• Mechatronics experience; sensor selection, setup of data acquisition systems, assemble wire harnesses and debug/troubleshoot systems.
• Experience with CANape or similar CAN interface tool.
• Experience in the design and implementation of automotive or aviation control electronics.
• Prior experience developing embedded systems for automotive or aviation powertrain controls is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop system requirements and test campaigns for Anduril’s wide range of airbreathing turbine applications.
• Design test campaigns and development efforts to satisfy program feature requirements.
• Interface with program and customer demands to deliver high quality propulsion products.
• Work with engine control systems including FADEC’s, ECU’s, Starter-Generators and related hardware.
• Work with actuators, sensors, connectors and architecture of engine control systems.
• Develop test stands, instrumentation packages and equipment to support engine test and integration.
• Test, diagnose, and analyze engine data on test stands, on test expeditions, and in flight test.
• Work on the coolest engines in the aviation business.

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