Senior Structures Engineer – Defense Systems & FEA

Slope; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits

Equity grants

Health support

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, California, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design robust structural solutions that drive innovation in defense technology. The role involves leading projects, conducting advanced structural analysis, and selecting appropriate materials for high-performance requirements.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and over 3 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $129,000 – $171,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in structural design and analysis for mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in performing advanced Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Hands-on experience with CAD software and GD&T principles.
• Understanding of mechanical properties of various materials.
• Experience designing and executing structural tests.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead the engineering of complex structural components.
• Perform comprehensive FEA for design validation under extreme conditions.
• Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes.
• Support prototype fabrication and conduct qualification tests.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated solutions.

Skills

Structural design

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

CAD software

Materials science

Prototyping and validation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Nastran

Abaqus

Job description

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, California, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design robust structural solutions that drive innovation in defense technology. The role involves leading projects, conducting advanced structural analysis, and selecting appropriate materials for high-performance requirements.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and over 3 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $129,000 – $171,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package.