Senior Propulsion Engineer – Missile & Air Vehicle Systems

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity grants and competitive compensation

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a highly skilled Propulsion Engineer to join the team in Costa Mesa, California. This role focuses on the integration and testing of Solid Rocket Motors for military applications, leading design and development from concept through execution.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of propulsion engineering experience, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance. You will lead projects, conduct critical testing, and contribute to advanced missile and air vehicle solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years experience in propulsion engineering for tactical missiles or air vehicles.
• Strong understanding of solid rocket motor ballistics and propellant chemistry.
• Eligible for a U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of Solid Rocket Motors and associated components.
• Design and test prototype components and control systems.
• Execute tests of solid rocket propulsion systems as needed.

Skills

Propulsion engineering

Solid Rocket Motors

3D CAD design

Environmental testing

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

NX / Teamcenter

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Anduril Industries is seeking a highly skilled Propulsion Engineer to join the team in Costa Mesa, California. This role focuses on the integration and testing of Solid Rocket Motors for military applications, leading design and development from concept through execution.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of propulsion engineering experience, a Bachelor's degree, and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance. You will lead projects, conduct critical testing, and contribute to advanced missile and air vehicle solutions.