Senior Mechanical Engineer

Anduril IndustriesCosta Mesa, CA
7h$146,000 - $194,000Onsite

About The Position

Anduril is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the team at our Costa Mesa HQ. Here you will work on core product development for drones and complex systems, including but not limited to optical gimbals, batteries, mechanisms, structures, sensors and payloads. The role requires high ownership and frequent collaboration with other core disciplines. The ideal candidate would be practical, hands-on and a self starter. High growth potential is possible as well as additional leadership opportunities.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of mechanical/design experience in a relevant capacity
  • Demonstrated ownership of a product from concept through production
  • Advanced CAD skills (any platform) and ability to make high quality engineering drawings that meet industry standards
  • Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals in structures, fluids, thermal, and mechanisms
  • Advanced proficiency in hands-on prototyping (machining, shop tools, welding, soldering)
  • Ability to summarize technical content in a cohesive way to help inform and shape future requirements
  • BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent work experience

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in Solidworks or NX, and PLM systems
  • Solid understanding and application of GD&T
  • Advanced designing skills for CNC machining, composites, sheet metal, injection molding, PCBA integration
  • Outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Familiarity with running a qualification campaign for flight hardware
  • Familiarity with designing for rugged environments
  • Experience with electro-mechanical and electrical design concepts
  • Experience with Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Design Build Fly, etc.

Responsibilities

  • Own complex mechanical subsystems for Anduril's drone products from concept to full rate production
  • Gather requirements and work through trade studies to determine the best solution
  • Perform hand calculations and FEA to develop, assess, and optimize designs
  • Lead design reviews and obtain buy-in from other cross-disciplinary partners
  • Build prototypes, define and execute hardware test plans, iterate on designs, summarize results and lessons learned
  • Perform root cause investigations for hardware failures in development and production
  • Balance operational needs across vehicle subsystems while optimizing for development speed, mass, manufacturability, and cost
  • Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
  • Travel to test sites and vendors 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.
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