Mechanical Engineer, Support System

Anduril is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Omen team, focusing on Support System Testing. You will design, build, and test novel Ground Servicing Equipment (GSE) including launch and recovery systems, storage and transportation equipment, fueling and charging accessories, and Mission System handling devices. The role involves owning mechanical design from hardware evaluation to customer-facing demonstrations, developing test plans, and providing feedback to engineering teams. This is a hands-on, high-ownership position in a lean culture where you directly shape the product and operate at a fast pace.

Responsibilities

• Own the Mechanical Design of new Support System Equipment right from hardware evaluation for down-selection and prototyping of GSE to customer facing demonstration of complete evolved Support Systems
• Provide input into and develop, review, and execute right-sized test plans for Support System Equipment test activities, efficiently capturing and reporting learnings
• Design and use full-scale representative Vehicle System elements and mock-ups to evaluate and evolve Support System Equipment and Vehicle System configuration
• Draft Standard Operating Procedures for Support System evolutions across a diverse range of Operational environments (austere to established)
• Provide robust feedback to Vehicle, Mission and Support System Design Engineering teams as to usability considerations in the field
• Use disciplined Engineering Design practices to mitigate hazards associated with Support System Equipment and develop/implement solid procedural controls for any remaining hazards
• Identify land and maritime test environments, including facilities and equipment
• Implement and maintain processes for configuration control of development assets

Requirements

• Bachelor degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or aviation related technical discipline
• 3+ years of experience in Aviation, Aerospace or product development/design environments including test and evaluation
• Background in land and maritime operational environments, performing logistics and maintenance activities for fielded systems
• Demonstrated competence in hazard assessment and risk mitigation (MIL-STD-882E and similar)
• Strong bias for action and extremely high ownership in fast paced environment
• A sincere commitment to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance in United States, United Kingdom, or Australia

Nice to have

• Experience with high voltage systems/batteries and/or hybrid powertrains desirable
• Trade or Mechanic qualifications considered highly advantageous
• Defense Industry or Military Service background highly desirable

Benefits

• 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: