Structures Engineer

Anduril Industries, Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Anduril Industries, Inc. is seeking a Structures Engineer in Costa Mesa, California, to craft innovative structural solutions. You will design load-bearing components, conduct advanced structural analysis, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, with at least 3 years of experience in structural design. The position is pivotal for advancing military technology and requires knowledge of CAD software along with FEA tools.

Salary range is competitive, from $129,000 to $171,000, with benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct experience in structural design and analysis for complex mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in performing advanced FEA using industry-standard software.
• Experience with professional CAD software for detailed part and assembly design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and engineering of complex structures.
• Perform FEA for static, dynamic, thermal, fatigue, and vibration loads.
• Specify materials and manufacturing processes for structural requirements.

Skills

Structural Design

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

CAD Software

Materials Science

Testing and Validation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

CATIA

Abaqus

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI‑powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3‑D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

About the Job

At Anduril, our Structures Engineers are at the forefront of defense technology, crafting high-impact, cutting‑edge robust structural solutions that redefine innovation. You will work across a diverse range of projects with brilliant minds across disciplines to engineer resilient load‑bearing components and integrated mechanical architectures that empower our mission‑critical operations.

What You’ll Do

• Design & Architect Robust Structures: Lead the conceptualization, design, and detailed engineering of complex primary & secondary structures and components using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, NX), ensuring performance in demanding operational environments.
• Conduct Advanced Structural Analysis: Perform comprehensive Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for static, dynamic, thermal, fatigue, and vibration loads, validating design integrity and predicting performance under extreme conditions.
• Specify Materials & Manufacturing Processes: Select and qualify appropriate materials (metals, composites, plastics) and manufacturing processes (machining, additive manufacturing, molding, welding) to meet structural requirements, cost targets, and production scalability.
• Prototype & Validate Physical Systems: Support the fabrication and assembly of prototypes, design and execute rigorous structural qualification tests (e.g., shock, vibration, environmental), and meticulously analyze test data to inform design refinements.
• Collaborate for Integrated Solutions: Partner closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, and Manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical structures with electronics and other subsystems, optimizing for performance, manufacturability (DFM/DFA), and reliability.

Required Qualifications

• Educational Foundation & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, coupled with 3+ years of direct experience in structural design and analysis for complex mechanical systems.
• Expertise in Structural Analysis (FEA): Proven proficiency in performing advanced FEA (static, dynamic, thermal, fatigue, vibration) using industry‑standard software (e.g., ANSYS, Nastran, Abaqus) and interpreting results to drive design decisions.
• CAD Proficiency & GD&T: Hands‑on experience with professional CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, NX) for detailed part and assembly design, along with a strong understanding and application of GD&T principles.
• Materials Science & Manufacturing Knowledge: Solid understanding of mechanical properties of various engineering materials (metals, composites) and their behavior under different loads, coupled with practical knowledge of common manufacturing processes.
• Testing & Validation Experience: Demonstrated ability to design, set up, and execute structural verification and validation tests, including environmental testing, and analyze results to ensure compliance with stringent requirements.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

US Salary Range

$129,000 - $171,000 USD

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, explore our benefits.

As set forth in Anduril Industries’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.