Mechanical Engineer, Space

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$86,000–$114,000 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $163k
This role $100k
$73k most similar roles pay here $204k

This role pays less than 97% of similar roles. Most pay $138,650–$187,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $100k versus about $163k 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 1830 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1614 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Mechanical Engineer, Space

Mechanical Engineer, Space Emerging Talent joins the Space team to develop integrated hardware and software systems for space domain awareness and control. This role involves full lifecycle ownership of a specific subsystem from initial concept through launch. You will design hardware in CAD, perform hand calculations, conduct structural analyses, build prototypes, and manage trade-offs for architecture and packaging. Responsibilities include presenting at design reviews, executing test plans, analyzing failures, visiting vendors, and creating technical documentation like drawings and procedures. The role requires proficiency in CAD, a strong foundation in mechanics of materials, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and statics. Preferred skills include experience with NX, Teamcenter, Python, MATLAB, and integrating electronic components into mechanical designs. This position addresses the challenge of developing advanced capabilities for contested warfighting domains in space.

What does a Mechanical Engineer earn in California?

Median $157750 from 42 postings across 8 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Design hardware in CAD and perform structural analysis and hand calculations for subsystems.
  • Make architecture and packaging trade-offs while simplifying designs where possible.
  • Present technical status, timelines, and design decisions at subsystem reviews.
  • Define and execute test plans while analyzing failures and visiting vendors.
  • Transition prototype designs into flight hardware and low-rate production models.
  • Create technical documentation including drawings, test procedures, and vendor specifications.
  • Travel to various test sites and vendor locations as required by the project.

What we're looking for

  • BS or higher in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Strong foundation in mechanics of materials, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and statics.
  • Hands-on fabrication experience using mill, lathe, drill press, or similar shop equipment.
  • Proficiency in CAD and the ability to produce engineering drawings meeting industry standards.
  • Meaningful involvement in a hands-on technical project through a competitive engineering club or co-op/internship.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.
  • Experience integrating electronic components into mechanical designs (preferred).
  • Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or similar tools for analytical models or data processing (preferred).

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