Senior Thermal Engineer-Aircraft and Missiles

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 JOB

We are looking for a Sr. Thermal Analysis Engineer to work in Costa Mesa, Ca, with experience working on aircraft and or missiles.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Own the thermal design and analysis of a drone, aircraft, or missile. Use first principles as a basis for every decision and discern the right level of analysis to apply. Execute hand calculations, spreadsheet, and MATLAB/Python first-order models to inform path forward before jumping into detailed design. Define good thermal architecture to withstand rugged environments and demanding flight envelopes. Define hot, cold, and any other edge cases that need to be analyzed based on industry standards and intended use. Work with engineers in other disciplines to document power dissipations under different operating modes. Communicate pros/cons of system architecture with respect to thermal considerations. Own the thermal FEA/CFD models and predict system performance. Define red/yellow design limits for test and operation. Define and execute prototype builds and tests to verify thermal designs (do CAD, select sensors and DAQ equipment, post‑process data, summarize results, etc.). Present thermal status at formal reviews internally and with customers. Provide clear understanding of timelines and technical status. Develop internal tools to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of analysis. Support failure reviews and root‑cause analysis with test data and thermal analysis.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Currently pursuing or have obtained a MS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with focus on heat transfer and fluid dynamics In‑depth understanding of heat transfer and fluid dynamics Experience in the aerospace industry and an aircraft, rocket, or missile program 5+ years of experience designing thermal systems for integrated hardware products Practical experience designing passive and active thermal management systems Thermal testing experience – sensor selection, data acquisition, data post‑processing Thermal FEA experience – STAR‑CCM+, ANSYS, Icepak, or Flotherm CAD experience with SolidWorks or Siemens NX Passion for defending the United States and her allies S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export‑controlled data

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience developing code in higher‑level languages like Python or MATLAB for applications like lumped thermal capacitance steady state and transient analysis Be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance. US Salary Range

$150,000—$200,000 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 subsidized by 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