Mechanical Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$129,000–$171,000 / yr
Posted
143 days ago
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Similar $165k
This role $150k
$121k most similar roles pay here $202k

This role pays less than 61% of similar roles. Most pay $139,000–$190,325 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $150k versus about $165k for comparable roles.

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1697 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1504 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Mechanical Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

Mechanical Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems will join the Rocket Motor Systems team to design and analyze solid rocket motor components, including cases, nozzles, propellant grains, igniters, and ignition safety components. The role involves performing CAD design activities, conducting finite element analysis for structural and thermal systems, and generating engineering drawings. You will own critical subsystems from cradle to grave while supporting prototyping, manufacturing, and test operations at various facilities. Required skills include proficiency in CAD and FEA software, a solid understanding of hardware manufacturability, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing. Preferred qualifications include experience with NX, Abaqus, MATLAB, or Python for tool development. This position focuses on the technical challenge of developing next-generation solid rocket motors to provide high-quality, reliable propulsion systems for tactical applications within the defense sector.

What does a Mechanical Engineer earn in California?

Median $150000 from 38 postings across 10 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Perform CAD design activities for mechanical components like motor cases, nozzles, and propellant grains.
  • Conduct finite element analysis (FEA) on structural and thermal systems.
  • Generate, review, and release product definition engineering drawings.
  • Create reports and presentations to document analysis and supporting technical work.
  • Present technical designs to peers and customers during formal design reviews.
  • Support prototyping, manufacturing, and test operations at internal facilities and supplier sites.
  • Manage the development of critical subsystems from initial concept through final production.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a similar field.
  • 5+ years of experience performing mechanical design and analysis.
  • Experience operating CAD software and FEA software.
  • Solid understanding of hardware manufacturability and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
  • Ability to obtain and hold a Secret Security Clearance.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Proficiency in engineering tool development using Microsoft Excel, MATLAB, or Python.
  • Experience with propulsion systems.

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