Staff Space Mechanical Engineer — Hardware Architect

Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa (CA)

On-site

USD 166,000 - 220,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Generous PTO and caregiver leave
Professional development reimbursement
Relocation assistance

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in Costa Mesa is looking for a Staff Mechanical Engineer specializing in Space to join their team. You will be responsible for hardware design and ensuring robust systems for space military applications. Ideal candidates should hold a degree in engineering, possess CAD skills, and have a strong commitment to detail and autonomy in their work. This position offers a salary range between $166,000 to $220,000 with extensive benefits.

Qualifications

  • Experience in an immersive hands-on technical project (collegiate or professional).
  • Must be a U.S. Person due to export controlled information access.

Responsibilities

  • Own hardware design from concept generation to launch.
  • Communicate pros/cons of system architecture.
  • Lead subsystem design reviews and present status.
  • Act as the Responsible Engineer for your subsystem.

Skills

CAD skills
Hands-on fabrication and assembly skills
Attention to detail
Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals
Autonomous work capability

Education

BS or higher degree in engineering or a hard science

Tools

NX/Teamcenter

Job description

A leading defense technology company in Costa Mesa is looking for a Staff Mechanical Engineer specializing in Space to join their team. You will be responsible for hardware design and ensuring robust systems for space military applications. Ideal candidates should hold a degree in engineering, possess CAD skills, and have a strong commitment to detail and autonomy in their work. This position offers a salary range between $166,000 to $220,000 with extensive benefits.
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