Systems Integration Engineer, High Speed Missiles

Anduril Industries, Inc.

Costa Mesa (CA)

On-site

USD 129,000 - 171,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Generous PTO plans
Professional development reimbursement
Commuter benefits

Job summary

A defense technology company is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer for missile platforms in Costa Mesa, California. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate avionics, develop CAD models, and conduct simulations. Qualifications include a B.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in air vehicle systems integration, and proficiency in Siemens NX software. This role offers a competitive salary range of $129,000 - $171,000 USD along with comprehensive healthcare and additional benefits.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in air vehicle systems integration.
  • Familiarity with hypersonic missiles and military standards.
  • U.S. citizenship and eligibility for Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate avionics and mission systems.
  • Develop 3D CAD models and 2D drawings for system components.
  • Conduct simulations to validate designs against performance requirements.

Skills

Aerospace Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Air vehicle systems integration
Siemens NX CAD software
Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Teamcenter
Windchill

Job description

Systems Integration Engineer, High Speed Missiles

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.

The Air Dominance and Strike Mechanical Engineering Team is responsible for designing and integrating advanced hardware for missile platforms. Air Dominance and Strike Mechanical Engineers own the full development lifecycle, from concept generation to integration and flight test, ensuring high-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical systems that meet the demands of complex, contested environments.

What You’ll Do
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate avionics and mission systems into air vehicles effectively.
  • Develop and modify 3D CAD models and 2D drawings for secondary structures and system components, including large assembly model management.
  • Conduct simulations and analyses, including hand calculations and FEA, to validate designs against performance requirements and regulatory standards.
  • >Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production.
  • Lead design reviews, perform analyses, visit vendors, and define and execute hardware test plans.
  • Support critical demonstrations for customers as required.
  • Travel to test sites or vendor facilities as needed to support development and integration efforts.
Required Qualifications
  • B.S. in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience in air vehicle systems integration.
  • Familiarity with hypersonic missiles and military standards.
  • Proficiency with Siemens NX CAD software.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.
  • U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools such as Teamcenter or Windchill.
  • Experience with unmanned air vehicle (UAV) design and development.
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:

Healthcare Benefits
  • US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
  • UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
  • IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
  • Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
  • Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
  • Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
  • Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work‑life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
  • Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development.
  • Commuter Benefits: Company‑funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Retirement Savings Plan
  • US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after‑tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
  • UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
  • AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.

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