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Anduril Industries

Mechanical Engineer, Support System

Anduril Industries
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onsite senior full-time $129,000-$171,000 USD Costa Mesa, California

First indexed 12 Aug 2026

Description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.

Anduril is seeking a Mechanical Engineer, specializing in Support System Testing to join the Omen team at our Costa Mesa HQ.

You will design, build and test novel, first-of-type Support System Ground Servicing Equipment (GSE), including launch and recovery systems, storage and transportation equipment, fueling and charging accessories and Mission System handling devices.

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

Required Qualifications and Attributes:

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

Benefits: Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) to support health, recovery, and well-being.

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