Mechanical Engineer, Space

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chantilly, VAHerndon, VA
Salary
$129,000–$171,000 / yr
Posted
31 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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This role $150k
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This role pays less than 65% of similar roles. Most pay $139,000–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $150k versus about $166k 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.

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TL;DR · Mechanical Engineer, Space

Mechanical Engineer, Space joins the Space Special Programs team to develop, test, and operate mission-critical spacecraft and space systems. This role involves managing the full design cycle for spacecraft components, including deployment mechanisms, structures, pressure vessels, and ground support equipment. The engineer will perform 3D CAD modeling, material selection, and structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis while overseeing fabrication and assembly in a high-rate manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities include rapid prototyping using 3D printing and machining to iterate on small mechanisms designed for zero-gravity environments. Required skills include proficiency in 3D CAD, PCB layout requirements, and experience with vibration, shock, and thermal vacuum testing. The role addresses the technical challenge of creating high-reliability, highly manufacturable space flight hardware that can survive and operate effectively within complex orbital environments.

What does a Mechanical Engineer earn?

Median $150000 from 64 postings across 16 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Perform full-cycle design for spacecraft systems including requirement derivation, 3D CAD modeling, and material selection.
  • Design and manufacture deployment mechanisms, structures, pressure vessels, and ground support equipment.
  • Conduct rigorous environmental testing including vibration, shock, thermal vacuum, and other space qualification activities.
  • Utilize rapid prototyping, 3D printing, and machining to iterate on hardware designs quickly.
  • Perform structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis for spacecraft components and dispensers.
  • Execute root cause investigation and data analysis to support production operations.
  • Manage multiple concurrent projects and adapt to changing delivery timelines in a fast-paced environment.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a similar technical field.
  • 3-8 years of professional experience in hardware product development.
  • Experience in ground-up system design and proficiency in any 3D CAD software.
  • Hands-on experience in assembly, prototyping, testing, and performance characterization of mechanisms designed for 0g environments.
  • Experience designing and building very small mechanisms, components, and systems.
  • Familiarity with launch environments, range safety, and system integration efforts.
  • Basic understanding of PCB layout requirements to meet space flight mechanical and manufacturing requirements.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
  • Experience designing, integrating, and flying CubeSat spacecraft in LEO through GEO environments (preferred).
  • At least 1 year of experience working in a classified environment (preferred).

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