Senior Mechanical Engineer, Drones
Anduril · Costa Mesa, California, United States · Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)
Defenseonsitesenior$147k–$196k
At a glance
Highlights
- Own complex mechanical subsystems for Anduril's drones from concept to production.
- Design gimbals, batteries, structures, sensors and payloads for tactical drones.
- Build prototypes, run hardware tests and support live customer demonstrations.
Ideal candidate
Hands-on self-starter with high ownership who loves taking complex hardware from concept to production. Thrives collaborating across disciplines and moving fast on mission-driven drone systems.
Requirements
- 8+ years of mechanical/design experience in a relevant capacity
- Demonstrated ownership of a product from concept through production
- Advanced CAD skills and ability to make high quality engineering drawings that meet industry standards
- Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals in structures, fluids, thermal, and mechanisms
- Advanced proficiency in hands-on prototyping (machining, shop tools, welding, soldering)
- Ability to summarize technical content to help inform future requirements
- BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent work experience
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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