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Associate Mechanical Engineer

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Anduril logoAnduril · Costa Mesa, CA
$86K–$114K/yrFull-timeOn-site1d ago
CADComputer VisionData AnalysisRobotics
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Anduril's Maritime Division has assembled a diverse team of experts in software, robotics, artificial intelligence, sensor fusion, and data analysis to create software and hardware solutions that radically evolve the capabilities of our customers. We are fielding the next generation of autonomous systems to tackle the extremely challenging industry demands of maritime operations. Anduril has brought to market a unique, ultra-long-range, full-ocean-depth underwater vessel platform and a completely refreshed maritime vehicle and flexible manufacturing architecture that scales from "small" to "extra-large" vehicle sizes. Today, Anduril is executing on billion-dollar contracts while simultaneously performing Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) AUV operations. We are continuing to expand our product portfolio, now moving into the surface maritime domain. Products like Dive-XL, Dive-LD, Copperhead, Seabed Sentry, and surface products in the pipeline will create a system-of-systems that enable a multitude of autonomous missions across all maritime domains. If you are passionate about solving problems that have real impact and working on systems that directly contribute to achieving national strategic priorities, we want you to join Anduril's Maritime Division and help us build the future of defense capability. We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support the design, packaging, and integration of mission-critical systems onboard autonomous surface systems. This role involves close collaboration with electrical, systems, and software teams to ensure effective installation and operation of sensors, weapons, communications, and C4ISR payloads in compact, rugged marine environments.

Responsibilities

  • Collaboratively work within our Maritime group to design, integrate, build, and carry out testing for autonomous maritime systems
  • Develop mechanical packaging solutions for mission system components such as radars, EO/IR sensors, antennas, and onboard computing hardware.
  • Create mounting structures, vibration isolation systems, and thermal management solutions tailored to high-performance defense hardware.
  • Own and drive mechanical systems and platform development, overseeing the process from initial concept to low rate production.
  • Lead technical efforts to define requirements, propose possible solutions, and establish a methodology for evaluating and verifying mechanical systems.
  • Work in close partnership with other disciplines to ensure the electrical, software, and mechanical systems collectively form a reliable, flexible, cost-effective system.
  • Spearhead design reviews, conduct analysis, visit vendors, prototype and implement hardware test plans.
  • Actively contribute to the enhancement of team tools, templates, processes, and standards.
  • Cultivate a vibrant, positive, dedicated, high-energy, educational, and enjoyable community environment.
  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Prior involvement in comprehensive technical projects, either in collegiate project teams or professional environments.
  • Experience with mechanical integration of mission systems (sensors, C4ISR, antennas, weapons) in maritime, aerospace, or defense systems, with maritime being preferred
  • Proven CAD skills (Siemens NX experience preferred) and the ability to produce high-quality engineering drawings that comply with common industry standards.
  • Demonstrated hands-on fabrication skills.
  • Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Requirements

  • Experience with the design, implementation and support of robotic and/or autonomous systems
  • Experience working within the defense, maritime and/or aerospace domains
  • Experience with finite element analysis of complex structural assemblies, including aluminum and composite structures
  • Experience with machining, sheet metal, injection molding, composites and/or additive manufacturing
  • Experience within the product delivery lifecycle including manufacturing, system acceptance, deployment, and sustainment
  • US Salary Range
  • $86,000 - $114,000 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 (

Benefits

Vision insuranceFlexible schedule

Additional Information

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.


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