# Staff Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Air Breathing Engine Integration)

**Company**: Anduril
**Location**: Costa Mesa, California
**Experience**: staff
**Job type**: full-time
**Salary**: $220,000-$292,000 USD
**Category**: Engineering
**Industry**: Technology

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## Description

## Job Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Staff Propulsion Engineer to join our Air Dominance & Strike Propulsion Integration team at Anduril. As a key member of this team, you will play a crucial role in designing and integrating advanced hardware for Group 5 air vehicles and missile platforms.

## About the Team

The Air Dominance & Strike Propulsion Integration team is responsible for developing and integrating high-performance propulsion systems for air vehicles. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems.

## Responsibilities

- Serve as a lead or key contributor in selecting, architecting, and integrating aircraft engines, engine components, and engine controls on unmanned air vehicles (UAVs).

- 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.

- Participate in CAD design for inlet/exhaust shaping, surfaces, and structures.

## 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 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.

## Benefits

Anduril offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

- Competitive salary

- Equity grants

- Top-tier benefits for full-time employees

## Salary Range

$220,000-$292,000 USD

## Skills

### Required
- Mechanical Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Propulsion Engineering
- Jet Engines
- Thermodynamic Engine Cycle Decks
- CAD Design
- Manufacturing Methods

### Nice to have
- NX/Teamcenter
- Python
- MATLAB
- IADs
- Jet Engine Testing
- FADEC
- Engine Management Systems

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