Mechanical Engineer - Undersea Reconnaissance & Strike

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

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to aid the technical development of a holistic support system for service, maintenance, deployment, launch, and recovery of autonomous underwater vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Collaboratively work within our Maritime group to design, develop, and deliver robust, unified, and productized support systems, ensuring vehicles' effective deployment, recovery, operation, and maintenance in any operational environment.
• Refine mechanical solutions for support system components such as Launch and Recovery mechanisms, handling gear, transportation and storage solutions, and testing equipment.
• Work to select, qualify, and manage vendors for commercial off-the-shelf components within support systems and for outsourced manufacturing/design of support systems.
• Lead technical efforts to define requirements, propose possible solutions, and establish a methodology for evaluating and verifying support 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

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 4+ years of experience with mechanical design and testing 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.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 metal and composite structures.
• Experience within the product delivery lifecycle including manufacturing, system acceptance, deployment, and sustainment.

Benefits

Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including a comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) that ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next.