Staff Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Turbine Engine Integration)

The Air Dominance & Strike Propulsion Integration team at Anduril is responsible for designing and integrating advanced hardware for Group 5 air vehicles and across missile platforms.

As a Staff Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Turbine Engine Integration), you will serve as a lead or key contributor in the selection, architecting, and integration of aircraft engines, engine components, and engine controls on unmanned air vehicles (UAVs).

Responsibilities:

• Design, fabricate, and test prototype components and control systems.
• Plan, instrument, and execute tests of aircraft propulsion systems.
• Coordinate with engine vendors, develop strategic partnerships, and manage development projects.
• Lead or support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed.
• Critical member of team supporting CAD design for inlet / exhaust shaping, surfaces and structures.
• Travel to test sites as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering.
• 12+ years of propulsion engineering experience on air vehicles (manned or unmanned).
• Professional experience with jet engines in the 250-20,000 lbf thrust class.
• Experience leading the integration of propulsion systems into air vehicles; acting as the technical authority for major subsystems.
• Experience utilizing, customizing, or tailoring thermodynamic engine cycle decks to perform installed engine performance predictions.
• Experience defining comprehensive propulsion test programs and troubleshooting anomalies.
• Experience designing mechanical parts and surface loft (CAD) with the ability to perform design reviews and provide detailed technical feedback to other engineers.
• Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, etc.).
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in NX / Teamcenter, Python, MATLAB, IADs.
• Hands-on experience with jet engine testing including test practices, instrumentation, and data processing.
• Previous work experience at a jet engine OEM or supplier, with a deep understanding of engine performance trade-offs.
• Knowledge and experience working with FADEC, Engine Management Systems (EMS), or equivalent aircraft engine control systems.
• Experience procuring parts and working in a machine shop. Working knowledge of machine safety and shop safety protocols.
• Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range: $220,000-$292,000 USD per year
• Highly competitive equity grants
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including health, recovery, and other support