Lead Aerospace Structural Test Engineer – AAV Systems

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Competitive packages

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking an Integration & Test Engineer specializing in Structural Testing to join the Omen team in Costa Mesa, CA. You will lead structural test planning and execution for airframe structures.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, over 5 years of aerospace structural testing experience, and strong skills in structural analysis and testing methodology. A collaborative culture and commitment to safety are essential.

Benefits include comprehensive health support and an attractive salary range of $146,000 – $194,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in structural testing of aerospace or automotive structures.
• Experience developing load test setups including hydraulic actuators and load introduction fixtures.
• Familiarity with Ground Vibration Testing (GVT) and Structural Mode Interaction (SMI) characterization.

Responsibilities

• Own all structural test activities from materials characterization through static testing.
• Develop and execute structural test plans including coupon tests and full-scale tests.
• Coordinate with structures analysis team to correlate FEA predictions with test results.

Skills

Experience with composite materials testing

Knowledge of structural analysis methods

Strong test engineering foundation

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, Structural, Civil, or related engineering discipline

Tools

DAQ setup and operation

Structural test instrumentation

Job description

Anduril Industries is seeking an Integration & Test Engineer specializing in Structural Testing to join the Omen team in Costa Mesa, CA. You will lead structural test planning and execution for airframe structures.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, over 5 years of aerospace structural testing experience, and strong skills in structural analysis and testing methodology. A collaborative culture and commitment to safety are essential.

Benefits include comprehensive health support and an attractive salary range of $146,000 – $194,000.