Structures Engineer

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 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, 3D 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'll dive into a diverse range of projects, partnering with brilliant minds across disciplines to engineer resilient load‑bearing components and integrated mechanical architectures that empower our mission‑critical operations. We’re seeking talented Mechanical Engineers with specialized expertise in structural design, analysis, and materials science to contribute to projects that are shaping the future of defense.

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 & Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (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

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full‑time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.