Propulsion Mechanical Engineer, Solid Rocket Motors

Anduril Industries; McHenry (MS); On-site; USD 99,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Mississippi seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design and analyze solid rocket motor components, including motor cases, nozzles, propellant grains, igniters, and ignition safety parts.

You will perform CAD design, FE analysis, and generate engineering drawings, while preparing reports and presenting results in reviews. This role supports prototyping, manufacturing, and testing at our facilities, with 10–25% travel and a requirement to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience performing mechanical design and analysis.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Experience operating CAD and/or FEA software.
• Knowledge of manufacturability and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to travel 10–25% and obtain a Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform CAD design activities of mechanical components.
• Perform finite element analysis of structural and thermal systems.
• Generate, review, and release product definition (engineering drawings).
• Create reports and presentations documenting analysis.
• 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 subsystems from cradle to grave.

Skills

Mechanical design

Stress analysis

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

CAD software

FEA software

Job description

Anduril Industries in Mississippi seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design and analyze solid rocket motor components, including motor cases, nozzles, propellant grains, igniters, and ignition safety parts.

You will perform CAD design, FE analysis, and generate engineering drawings, while preparing reports and presenting results in reviews. This role supports prototyping, manufacturing, and testing at our facilities, with 10–25% travel and a requirement to obtain a Secret Clearance.