Staff Mechanical Engineer, Space

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$191,000–$253,000 / yr
Posted
today

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Above market

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This role $222k
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This role pays more than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $137,500–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $222k 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 1882 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1696 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Staff Mechanical Engineer, Space

As a Staff Mechanical Engineer at Space, you will join a dedicated team focused on developing cutting-edge hardware for military and allied partners. Your primary responsibilities include owning the entire lifecycle of hardware design from concept to launch, conducting detailed analysis, and building prototypes that transition into flight-ready hardware. You will lead subsystem design reviews, communicate technical details effectively, and ensure robust designs through rigorous testing and documentation. Essential skills include CAD proficiency, hands-on fabrication experience, a strong grasp of engineering fundamentals, and the ability to work independently on complex projects. Preferred qualifications involve extensive mechanical design experience in space hardware or similar fields, expertise with NX/Teamcenter, and coding abilities for analytical models and data automation. This role demands a passion for contributing to national defense and requires U.S. security clearance eligibility.

What you'll do

  • Own hardware design from concept to launch, ensuring intelligent pacing and holistic program view.
  • Lead subsystem design reviews, presenting clear status updates on timelines and technical progress.
  • Act as Responsible Engineer for subsystems, conducting analysis, visiting vendors, and executing test plans.
  • Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful designs to flight hardware and low-rate production.
  • Create comprehensive technical documentation including drawings, specifications, and procedures.

What we're looking for

  • BS or higher degree in engineering or a hard science.
  • Extensive hands-on experience with CAD and fabrication tools.
  • Strong understanding of heat transfer, statics, solid mechanics, materials.
  • Excellent communication skills for design reviews and documentation.
  • Ability to work independently on complex projects without supervision.
  • Passion for defense-related projects and eligibility for U.S. security clearance.

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