Staff Mechanical Engineer, Omen with Security Clearance
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onMcClintock Way, Costa Mesa, Orange County, California, 92626, United States
About Anduril Industries
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 real-time, 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
Anduril is seeking a Staff Mechanical Engineer to join the Omen Team at our Costa Mesa HQ. Omen is Anduril's hover-to-cruise autonomous air vehicle (AAV) that packs the endurance, payload, and mission flexibility of much larger airplanes into a novel runway-independent Group 3 platform. Omen can operate from ship decks, beaches, or remote island clearings, providing true runway independence and freedom of maneuver across defense and civilian domains. Omen is the first tail-sitter aircraft with a mass-production contract, with an order of 50 systems representing a decisive investment that anchors production and accelerates the development of future systems.
About the Role
You will work on new aircraft development in a lean, high-ownership culture where you directly shape the product and operate at a velocity to fly new designs within months, not years. You will work closely with the Omen program leadership and a wide spectrum of cross-departments as part of a team focused on solving hard problems and changing the industry forever. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and supporting the integration of various subsystems across Omen, supporting testing efforts, and ensuring overall system performance meets the required specifications and standards. Join our dynamic team and help us build the next generation of autonomous flight systems.
Hiring Process & Application
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Equal Opportunity
Anduril is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and consider qualified applicants regardless of background.
Work location
Work model: On-site
McClintock Way, Costa Mesa, Orange County, California, 92626, United States
Costa Mesa, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleOwn and drive the mechanical design of a new air vehicle from concept to low rate production
- check_circleSpearhead design reviews, conduct analysis, visit vendors, and implement hardware test plans
- check_circleBalance operational needs across vehicle subsystems while optimizing for development speed, mass, and cost
- check_circleSupport critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
- check_circleContribute to the enhancement of team tools, templates, processes, and standards
- check_circlePartner with cross-functional teams to ensure electrical, software, and mechanical systems form a reliable solution
- check_circleLead technical efforts to define requirements and establish methodologies for evaluating mechanical systems
Requirements
- verified12+ years in a technical engineering role
- verifiedBS or MS in mechanical engineering or equivalent work experience
- verifiedEligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
- verifiedStrong proficiency in CAD software (NX preferred)
- verifiedHands-on experience supporting assembly fixturing and tooling full life cycle development
- verifiedExpertise with high-performance airframe manufacturing and assembly processes
- verifiedDemonstrated hands-on fabrication skills
- verifiedExperience in an immersive technical project
Nice to Have
Experience in NX/Teamcenter. Experience with clean sheet aircraft configuration. Broad experience in leading tooling and manufacturing of composite and metallic airframes and parts. Experience in systems integration during airframe assembly. Experience in metrology verification methods and equipment used for aircraft assembly fixturing and part fabrication. Demonstrated passion for aviation, aerospace, or unmanned systems through hands-on projects, certifications, or hobbies. Outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with running structural development testing. Experience with Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Design Build Fly, etc.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHighly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers
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