Senior Mechanical Engineer, AR Wearables

Anduril; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is developing an augmented reality vision system and wearable devices for soldiers, combining sensors, compute, thermal management and ballistic protection. You will contribute to prototyping, evaluation, and production planning with a focus on meeting SWAP-C requirements and user comfort.

The role requires 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience, strong CAD skills, and the ability to work with MIL-STD programs. Eligibility for a U.S. security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• BS/MEng/MS/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.
• Detailed mechanical design for prototype through production with metallics and composites.
• Ergonomics and Human Factors: Designing for comfort, fit, and usability for prolonged wear in tactical environments.
• Structural/Thermal Analysis: First order analyses to inform trade studies and concept designs.
• Manufacturing Processes: Fabricating and assembling materials including molding, laminating, and machining.
• Thermal and Environmental Considerations: Temperature and humidity effects on materials and performance.
• Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop a new augmented reality vision system with multi spectral sensors and rugged packaging.
• Prototype and evaluate designs with autonomy while balancing SWAP-C requirements.
• Ensure wearable devices are comfortable, reliable, and usable for extended field use.

Skills

Mechanical design

Ergonomics / Human Factors

Structural / Thermal Analysis

Manufacturing processes

Thermal & Environmental considerations

CAD skills

Security clearance eligible

Education

BS/MEng/MS/PhD in engineering

Tools

NX/Teamcenter

Job description

Anduril Industries is developing an augmented reality vision system and wearable devices for soldiers, combining sensors, compute, thermal management and ballistic protection. You will contribute to prototyping, evaluation, and production planning with a focus on meeting SWAP-C requirements and user comfort.

The role requires 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience, strong CAD skills, and the ability to work with MIL-STD programs. Eligibility for a U.S. security clearance is required.