Senior Structural Analysis Engineer, Loads and Dynamics

Anduril

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Costa Mesa, California, United States First seen 1 day, 17 hours ago Last seen 4 hours, 27 minutes ago Greenhouse

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• Develops structural loads, environments, and performs static/dynamic analyses across defense products in sea, ground, air, and space domains to ensure integrity and performance • Conducts dynamics testing (vibration, modal, GVT) and creates/manages finite element models using FEA software (ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN) with proficiency in Matlab or Python • Requires BS+ in engineering/applied physics with deep structural mechanics knowledge, dynamic testing experience, and ability to work autonomously on complex, ill-defined problems • Collaborates with hardware engineers on design improvements, validates designs against customer requirements and industry standards, and documents methodology in technical reports • Preferred candidate has 8+ years of experience; position offers opportunity to work on cutting-edge defense technology with AI-powered systems across multiple military domains

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.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We're seeking a Structural Analysis Engineer to join our Structural Analysis team. This role supports critical engineering projects across sea, ground, air, and space domains, helping ensure the structural integrity and performance of our diverse product portfolio.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Develop structural loads and environments for a diverse range of company products to ensure structural integrity for handling, transportation, and operational events
Develop and perform dynamics testing, including vibration testing, modal testing, GVT, etc
Perform static and dynamic structural analyses across sea, ground, air, and space domains using first principles and appropriate analysis methods (hand calculations, spreadsheets, scripts,
detailed FEA)
Develop and own FEM creation and organization at the global and subsystem level
Collaborate with hardware engineers to drive proper designs based on analytical results
Conduct and support validation testing, including instrumentation setup, data collection, and model correlation
Document analysis methodology and results in technical reports for internal teams and external stakeholders
Ensure designs meet customer requirements, industry standards, and safety regulations
Stay current with advancements in analysis techniques, materials technology, and industry standards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

BS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures
Deep understanding of statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and materials properties
Dynamic testing experience (system identification, sine, random, shock, acoustic, flight) including sensor selection, data acquisition, and data post-processing
Proficiency in FEA software (ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN) and solution sequences for static, modal, frequency response, transient response, and random response
Proficiency in Matlab or Python (or equivalent) for developing analytical models, data acquisition, and automation
Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision
Very organized and willing to establish scope and requirements for ill-defined problems
Passion for defending the United States and her allies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

8+ years of experience in a structures, dynamics, or loads related role with high ownership and accountability for hardware outcomes
MS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures
Experience with rotorcraft and/or turbomachinery
Experience with response or force limiting vibration testing
Be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance
Ability to develop workflow automation tools

US Salary Range

$146,000—$194,000 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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Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.

To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:

No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.
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Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.

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Company:
Anduril
Location:
Costa Mesa, California, United States
Job Type:
Internship
Experience Level:
Senior
Source:
Greenhouse
Status:
Active

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