Senior Mechanical Engineer

Anduril Industries•Huntsville, AL

18d

About The Position

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will serve as a Lead Engineer on one of our rocket motor programs, conducting and directing the mechanical design and analysis of electronic ignition safety devices. The right person for this role has a strong command of mechanical design, stress and thermal analysis principles, and technical leadership, as well as a solid handle on the usage of tools common in industry. If you are someone who is hardware-focused and detail-oriented then this role is for you.

Requirements

8+ years’ experience performing mechanical design and analysis.
Experience qualifying electronic devices for space launch applications.
A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or similar.
Prior experience operating CAD software and/or FEA software.
A solid understanding of hardware manufacturability and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to travel to other Anduril sites, customer sites, or supplier sites as business demand dictates. Anticipated 10-25% travel.
Ability to obtain and hold a Secret Security Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Technical leadership experience.
Exhibits strong initiative and ownership of tasks.
Experience with NX CAD software and/or Abaqus FEA software.
Certification in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
Expertise in engineering tool development in Microsoft Excel, MATLAB, and/or Python.
Experience with propulsion systems.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership and guidance to supporting mechanical engineers.
Perform CAD design activities of mechanical components.
Conduct structural and thermal analysis of electromechanical systems subjected to shock, vibration, and thermal loads
Generate, review, and release product definition (i.e. engineering drawings).
Create reports and presentations documenting analysis and other supporting work.
Present to peers and customers in design reviews.
Support prototyping, manufacturing, and test operations onsite at our manufacturing facilities and suppliers’ facilities.
Own the development of critical systems and subsystems from cradle to grave.

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.