Full-Time

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Space Hardware

Posted on 8/30/2024

Anduril

Anduril

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops autonomous systems for defense applications

Robotics & Automation
Defense

Compensation Overview

$120k - $200kAnnually

+ Equity Grants

Mid, Senior

Newport Beach, CA, USA

Relocation assistance available depending on role eligibility.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
Requirements
  • BS or higher degree in engineering or a hard science.
  • 3-10 years of mechanical design experience in a professional setting with space hardware. A positive track record of success and desire to grow and be a lead in this area.
  • CAD skills (any platform) and ability to make high quality engineering drawings that meet common industry standards.
  • Demonstrated hands-on fabrication and assembly skills. Experience working with hand tools, mill, lathe, etc.
  • Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals: heat transfer, statics, solid mechanics, materials.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision.
  • Very organized and willing to establish scope and requirements for ill-defined problems.
  • Passion for defending the United States and her allies.
  • Be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
Responsibilities
  • Own hardware design (CAD, hand calculations, prototypes, etc) from concept generation to launch. Intelligently pace design maturity with an holistic view of the program.
  • Use first principles as a basis for every decision. Continuously look for opportunities to simplify designs.
  • Communicate pros/cons of system architecture with respect to mechanical design and packaging considerations. Strong focus on good architecture to ensure designs are robust in nature.
  • Lead subsystem design reviews, present status to other team members, provide clear understanding of timelines and technical status.
  • Act as the Responsible Engineer for your systems: Run analysis, visit vendors, define and execute hardware test plans.
  • Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful prototype designs to flight hardware and low rate production.
  • Travel to test sites and vendors as needed.
  • Create excellent technical documentation – slide packages, test plans and reports, procedures, assembly instructions, part and assembly drawings, vendor specifications and statements of work, etc.
  • Mentor junior engineers.

Anduril Industries develops advanced 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 operate together effectively. The company stands out by continuously innovating and integrating new technologies to maintain a competitive edge in the defense technology market. Anduril's goal is to enhance defense capabilities by providing integrated security solutions across multiple domains.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$3.6B

Headquarters

Orange, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for autonomous systems boosts Anduril's market opportunities.
  • Recent acquisitions expand Anduril's radar and command-and-control capabilities.
  • Potential IPO could provide capital for further expansion and R&D.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Chinese drone companies threatens Anduril's market position.
  • US-China trade tensions may disrupt Anduril's supply chain for drone components.
  • IPO could lead to increased scrutiny and pressure from investors.

What makes Anduril unique

  • Anduril integrates advanced radar technology into its Lattice platform for enhanced capabilities.
  • The company offers a diverse range of autonomous systems for air, land, and sea.
  • Anduril's partnerships with tech firms like OpenAI boost its AI capabilities in defense.

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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

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