Senior NPI Engineer, Core Technology Products

Anduril Industries; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Life and disability insurance

Generous PTO plans

Annual reimbursement for professional development

Company-funded commuter benefits

Job summary

A defense technology company situated in Santa Ana, CA is looking for a Propulsion Test Infrastructure Engineer to join its Propulsion Development team. The engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing engine test cells and developing test rigs for advanced propulsion systems. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and a minimum of 3 years of experience. The salary range is competitive, between $129,000 and $171,000, alongside comprehensive healthcare benefits and significant professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with gas turbine engines, rockets, or internal combustion engines.
• U.S. Person status required to access export-controlled data.

Responsibilities

• Own the design and implementation of engine test cells.
• Develop test rigs to mature propulsion subsystems.
• Collaborate with EHS and Facilities teams to identify locations for test cells.

Skills

Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Experience in developing test cells for propulsion systems

CAD design (NX or Solidworks)

Understanding manufacturing methods

Education

BS or higher degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

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.

We are looking for a Propulsion Test Infrastructure Engineer to enhance our Propulsion Development team. This role is critical in developing and testing advanced propulsion systems to meet our aggressive and innovative goals. You will be responsible for developing test cells, test stands, and rigs for the testing and maturation of air breathing propulsion systems.

What You’ll Do

• Own the design and implementation of engine test cells
• Derive actionable requirements for the design of development and production engine test cells.
• Develop test rigs to mature propulsion subsystems
• Collaborate with EHS and Facilities teams to identify locations for test cells and rigs.

Required Qualifications

• BS or higher degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 3+ years relevant engineering experience
• Experience in developing test cells for gas turbine engines, rockets, or internal combustion engines
• Experience distilling testing needs into appropriate facility/infrastructure needs
• Experience designing mechanical parts (CAD) in NX or Solidworks. Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, castings, etc.)
• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export‑controlled data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with exhaust treatment in sensitive areas
• Experience in the development of wind tunnels or altitude test facilities
• Experience with combustion rigs or rotating hardware rigs
• Experience with test cell instrumentation and calibration
• Knowledge of proper storage and treatment procedures of jet fuel
• Knowledge of power budgeting and basic power electronics
• Familiarity with ARP741D test cell correlation procedures

US Salary Range

$129,000—$171,000 USD

Healthcare Benefits

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:

• 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.

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

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