Full-Time

Mechanical Engineer

Air Vehicles

Anduril

Anduril

5,001-10,000 employees

Develops autonomous systems for defense applications

Compensation Overview

$120k - $180k/yr

+ Equity Grants

Newport Beach, CA, USA

In Person

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
🔧Mechanical Engineering (1)
Required Skills
CAD
Requirements
  • 3+ years of mechanical engineering experience Advanced Air Vehicles Programs
  • Experience integrating electrical and mechanical subsystems into advanced air vehicles
  • Experience designing mechanical parts (CAD). Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, composite lamination, etc)
  • High competence with, and fluid use of, engineering first principles
  • BS or higher degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
Responsibilities
  • Develop and integrate hardware on unmanned air vehicles
  • Own designs from concept generation to real world use
  • Use first principles physics as a basis for every decision
  • Lead design reviews, run analysis, visit vendors, define and execute hardware test plans
  • Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production
  • Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
  • Travel to test sites as needed
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in NX/Teamcenter
  • Experience developing aircraft subsystem layouts, performing architectural trade studies, and evaluating vendor performance data
  • Competency in engineering analysis, including structural, thermal, and electrical

Anduril Industries develops autonomous systems for military and security applications, focusing on solutions for government and commercial clients. Its main product, the Lattice platform, integrates various air, land, and sea vehicles for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions, allowing them to work together effectively. Anduril stands out from competitors by emphasizing the integration of its systems and continuous technological advancements. The company's goal is to enhance defense capabilities by providing comprehensive security solutions across multiple domains.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$6.5B

Headquarters

Orange, California

Founded

2017

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • $310M Ohio facility boosts production capacity and creates 4,000 jobs.
  • $2.5B Series G funding round doubles valuation to $30.5B, fueling innovation.
  • Partnership with Archer Aviation positions Anduril in emerging low-altitude defense technologies.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Archer Aviation and Joby Aviation may impact market share.
  • Meta's focus shift could challenge AI-powered headset collaboration.
  • Regulatory hurdles may affect Rheinmetall partnership for European defense systems.

What makes Anduril unique

  • Anduril's Lattice platform integrates autonomous systems for seamless ISR missions.
  • Partnership with Meta enhances military training with AI-powered augmented reality headsets.
  • Collaboration with Rheinmetall expands Anduril's influence in European defense markets.

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Benefits

Full Family Health Coverage

16 Weeks Paid Leave for All Caregivers

Family Planning & Support

Incentivized Time Off

Mental Health Resources

Financial Planning

Unlimited Provisions

Professional Development

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-4%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

-3%
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Jul 15th, 2025
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Meta meanwhile has partnered with the start-up Anduril to develop virtual reality headsets for soldiers and law enforcement.

Manufacturing.net
Jul 9th, 2025
Anduril's $310M Ohio Facility: 4,000 Jobs in Defense Tech

Anduril Industries secures $310M grant to build a 5M sq ft manufacturing facility in Ohio, creating 4,008 jobs and investing over $530M in defense technology.

MBT Magazine
Jul 9th, 2025
Anduril Gets $310 Million to Build 4,000-Worker Manufacturing Facility in Ohio

Anduril gets $310 million to build 4,000-worker manufacturing facility in Ohio.

Cointelegraph
Jun 26th, 2025
Meta hires former OpenAI top talent amid AGI push

Anduril, a defense contractor specializing in artificial intelligence and autonomous systems, partnered with Meta in May to develop AI-powered augmented reality headsets for the United States military.

Polygon
Jun 18th, 2025
Rheinmetall to build Anduril's combat drones in Europe

German defense giant Rheinmetall and U.S.-based Anduril Industries have announced a strategic partnership to jointly develop autonomous air systems and propulsion technologies tailored for European defense needs.