Senior Mechanical Engineer, Warfighter Systems

Anduril

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• Design and develop mechanical systems for a military augmented reality vision system, managing wearable technology that integrates multispectral sensors, thermal management, and ballistic protection for soldiers • Require 5+ years of post-graduate mechanical engineering experience with BS/MS/PhD in engineering, proficiency in CAD, and expertise in detailed design for manufacturing, ergonomics, structural/thermal analysis, and composite materials • Lead prototyping and evaluation efforts independently while meeting strict SWAP-C (Size, Weight, Power, Cost) requirements and balancing soldier comfort with technical packaging constraints • Preferred experience includes consumer electronics packaging, military qualification programs with MIL-STD knowledge, NX/Teamcenter software, and rapid 3D prototyping capabilities • Salary range $129,000–$190,000 USD; must be eligible to obtain U.S. Security Clearance; role focuses on bringing cutting-edge defense technology to military applications in months rather than years

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
The Mechanical Engineer in this role will be part of a team developing a new augmented reality vision system that combines cutting edge multi spectral sensors, compute, thermal management, and ballistic protection for soldiers in the Army. A successful candidate will have experience with military specifications and wearable systems. They will pursue prototyping and evaluation efforts with a high degree of autonomy meeting stringent SWAP-C requirements while balancing human factors and comfort with packaging needs.

QUALIFICATIONS & CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

BS, M.Eng, MS or PhD in an engineering field
5+ years post-grad professional Mechanical Engineering experience
CAD skills (any platform) and ability to manage complex parts and assemblies, and produce high quality engineering drawings
High competencies with:

Detailed mechanical design for: traditional and additive manufacturing from prototype through production with metallics and composites
Ergonomics and Human Factors: Designing for comfort, fit, and usability to ensure the wearable devices are effective for prolonged wear in tactical environments
Structural/Thermal Analysis: Ability to perform first order analyses to inform trade studies and concept designs
Manufacturing Processes: Knowledge of techniques for fabricating and assembling materials, including molding, laminating, and machining
Thermal and Environmental Considerations: Understanding how temperature, humidity, and other environmental factors affect materials and performance

Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Consumer electronics packaging and design, design for cameras, displays, SoC integration, and ruggedization
Experience with a military qualification programs including a deep understanding of MIL-STD requirements
Experience with NX/Teamcenter, including FEA extensions
Experience rapid prototyping and iterating with 3D printed assets

US Salary Range

$129,000—$190,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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Company:
Anduril
Location:
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Job Type:
Full-Time
Experience Level:
Senior
Source:
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Status:
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