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Mechanical Engineer, High Speed Missiles

Anduril · Costa Mesa, California, United States · Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)

Defenseonsitesenior$132k–$175k
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At a glance

Highlights

  • Design and integrate advanced hardware for high-speed missile platforms.
  • Own full development lifecycle from concept to real-world deployment and flight test.
  • Apply first principles physics to build resilient systems for contested environments.

What they offer

  • Highly competitive equity grants
  • Comprehensive benefits package

Ideal candidate

Hands-on mechanical engineer passionate about high-speed flight who thrives owning hardware end-to-end, from first-principles concept through prototype, test, and deployment in demanding environments.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience in advanced air vehicle programs
  • Familiarity with hypersonic missile systems and military standards
  • Hands-on experience integrating electrical and mechanical subsystems into high-speed air vehicles
  • Proficiency designing mechanical parts using CAD and understanding of manufacturing methods
  • BS or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain active U.S. Secret security clearance

Lab profile

About Anduril

Defense technology company building autonomous systems for military missions.

What they build

  • Lattice OS
  • Ghost
  • Anvil

Known for

  • Autonomous defense systems
  • AI-powered command and control
  • Rapid hardware-software iteration

Key facts

  • Founded in 2017
  • Headquartered in Costa Mesa, California
  • Backed by Founders Fund and Andreessen Horowitz
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