Senior Mechanical Engineer - Defense Hardware & Prototyping

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

Job summary

Anduril Industries AIS is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and develop mechanical systems for cutting-edge defense technologies in Costa Mesa, CA. You will collaborate with electrical and software engineers, perform CAD modeling, thermal and structural analyses, and support manufacturing to deliver mission-critical solutions.

Responsibilities include prototyping, first-principles design, design reviews, vendor engagement, and hardware testing to ensure seamless integration and

Qualifications

• 10+ years mechanical engineering experience in a professional setting.
• Active U.S. Secret security clearance required.
• BS, M.Eng, MS or PhD in a related engineering field.

Responsibilities

• Own hardware from concept generation to real world use.
• Interface with manufacturing and production.
• Lead design reviews and execute hardware test plans.
• Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition to production.
• Support hardware demonstrations with customers as needed.

Skills

CAD skills

First principles

Hands-on fabrication

Engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor's or higher in engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

Job description

Anduril Industries AIS is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design and develop mechanical systems for cutting-edge defense technologies in Costa Mesa, CA. You will collaborate with electrical and software engineers, perform CAD modeling, thermal and structural analyses, and support manufacturing to deliver mission-critical solutions.

Responsibilities include prototyping, first-principles design, design reviews, vendor engagement, and hardware testing to ensure seamless integration and