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Mechanical Engineer - Air Vehicles

$120k - $180k

Dormont Manufacturing Co

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 Air Dominance and Strike Mechanical Engineering Team is responsible for designing and integrating advanced hardware for Group 5 air vehicles and missile platforms. Air Dominance and Strike Mechanical Engineers own the full development lifecycle, from concept generation, to integration and flight test, ensuring high-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical systems that meet the demands of complex, contested environments.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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

PREFERRED 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 US Salary Range

$120,000—$180,000 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: Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents. For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidizedby Anduril. Basic Life/AD&D and long‑term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents. Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans. 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work‑life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well. A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians. Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro‑kitchens. Company‑funded commuter benefits available based on your region. Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility). 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only) The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. Anduril is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age or any other protected characteristic per federal, state or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real‑world impact, we’d love to hear from you! To view Anduril’s candidate data privacy policy, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co

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