Senior Mechanical Engineer — Defense Hardware Prototyping

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

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Santa Ana, CA. You will design and develop mechanical systems for cutting-edge defense technologies, collaborating with electrical and software engineers to ensure seamless integration.

The role involves hands-on prototyping, CAD modeling, thermal and structural analysis, and supporting manufacturing to deliver mission-critical solutions.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Secret security clearance is required.
• 10+ years Mechanical Engineer experience in a professional setting.
• BS, M.Eng, MS or PhD in a related engineering field.
• Experience in immersive technical projects (collegiate or professional).
• CAD skills and ability to produce high-quality drawings meeting industry standards.
• Demonstrated hands-on fabrication skills and strong engineering fundamentals.
• Experience integrating PCBAs or electronics into mechanical systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own hardware from concept generation to real-world use.
• Use first principles physics as a basis for decisions.
• Lead design reviews, run analyses, visit vendors, and define hardware test plans.
• Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition projects into production.
• Support hardware demonstrations with customers and travel to test sites as needed.

Skills

First principles thinking

Hands-on fabrication

CAD modeling

Systems integration

Thermal and structural analysis

Active U.S. Secret clearance

Education

BS, M.Eng, MS or PhD in engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

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Job description

Anduril Industries is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Santa Ana, CA. You will design and develop mechanical systems for cutting-edge defense technologies, collaborating with electrical and software engineers to ensure seamless integration.

The role involves hands-on prototyping, CAD modeling, thermal and structural analysis, and supporting manufacturing to deliver mission-critical solutions.