Senior Thermal Engineer, Hypersonic Air Vehicles

Senior Thermal Engineer, Hypersonic Air Vehicles Apr 24, 2026

$146K - $194K

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. About the Team The Thermal Engineering team's work is essential to support our rapidinnovation cycle and maintain the performance and reliability of advanceddefense technologies. Thermal Engineers own the full development life cyclefrom conceptual design through ground testing and flight test analysis, ensuringhigh-performance, resilient systems that meet the demands of complex, contestedenvironments. What You'll Do Thermal design and analysis of unmanned air vehicles at conceptual,preliminary, and detailed design maturities Define thermal system architectures and material selection strategies forvehicles operating in demanding flight environments Thermal analysis of flight vehicles using CFD, FEA, and engineering methods Material response modeling under combined thermal and mechanical loads Transient thermal analysis for time-varying mission profiles Ground test planning, execution, and analysis in specialized thermal testfacilities Flight test planning, execution, and post-flight thermal data analysis Use first principles and MATLAB/Python models to inform design decisions Collaborate with aerodynamics, structures, electrical, and systems engineers on integrated solutions Present thermal status at formal reviews internally and with customers Prepare formal documentation (specifications, test procedures, technicalreports) Required Qualifications MS or higher degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, orApplied Physics with focus on heat transfer and fluid dynamics In-depth understanding of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and high-temperatureenvironments 10+ years of experience in aerospace thermal engineering on rocket, aircraft, or missile programs Experience with thermal analysis in high-speed flight regimes Thermal analysis experience using CFD (STAR-CCM+, ANSYS Fluent) and/or FEAthermal solvers Experience with thermal-structural coupling Ground testing experience with thermal instrumentation and data acquisition Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Python, or similar for tool development Experience preparing formal documentation CAD experience with SolidWorks or Siemens NX Passion for defending the United States and her allies Ability to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications Experience with material response modeling in extreme thermal environments Knowledge of material degradation and surface phenomena under demandingconditions Experience with specialized thermal ground test facilities Experience with chemical kinetics and finite-rate chemistry modeling Flight test experience including instrumentation design and post-flight analysis Experience with thermal-structural analysis codes (NASTRAN, Abaqus, ANSYSMechanical) Material characterization experience at elevated temperatures Experience with manufacturing and assembly of thermal systems Active U.S. security clearance US Salary Range

$146,000—$194,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co