Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer, Infrared Imaging

Anduril Industries; Hudson (NH); On-site; USD 126,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Health benefits

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Hudson, NH is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical development and transition to production of next-generation infrared opto-mechanical systems. The role emphasizes precision alignment, cleanliness, and production readiness, with responsibility for mentoring engineers and driving projects to completion.

You will apply first principles physics, oversee prototypes, and coordinate demonstrations, while traveling to test sites as required to ensure robust

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering; MS with 8+ years in design and testing.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Experience with CAD, DFMA, and drawing standards (ASME Y14.5).

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical development from concept to production.
• Design and analyze opto-mechanical systems.
• Prototype build, test, and iterate.
• Mentor junior engineers and manage small teams.
• Coordinate with customers for demonstrations.
• Travel to test sites as needed.
• Define system architecture trades.

Skills

Leadership/communication

CAD tools

Thermal analysis

Structural analysis

Fabrication skills

Electromechanical integration

Machining/Manufacturing

Design for environment

Education

Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

Job description

Anduril Industries in Hudson, NH is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical development and transition to production of next-generation infrared opto-mechanical systems. The role emphasizes precision alignment, cleanliness, and production readiness, with responsibility for mentoring engineers and driving projects to completion.

You will apply first principles physics, oversee prototypes, and coordinate demonstrations, while traveling to test sites as required to ensure robust