Senior Mechanical Engineer

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 Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Hudson, NH.

In this role, you will lead the mechanical development and transition to production of next-generation infrared opto-mechanical systems.

Responsibilities:

• Own hardware from concept generation to real-world use
• Develop cutting-edge infrared sensors
• Utilize first principles physics as a basis for all decisions
• Build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production
• Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
• Contribute to the development of new optical systems by assisting in design and implementation efforts
• Define top-level system architecture trades to develop optimal system designs
• Execute in-depth and rigorous opto-mechanical and electro-mechanical designs
• Mentor junior engineers, lead small teams, and manage projects/budgets
• Travel to test sites as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor's in mechanical engineering (BSME), or MS with 8+ years of experience in design, hardware, or integrated product development and testing
• Experience in an immersive interdisciplinary technical project
• Proficiency in various CAD tools and openness to using new software
• Strong skills in material selection, component sizing, system design, and troubleshooting
• Ability to navigate Change Control processes
• Understanding of thermal and structural analysis
• Exceptional analytical, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis skills
• Demonstrated hands-on fabrication skills
• Ability to integrate electronic components into mechanical designs
• Experience with machining and fabrication processes
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of optical system architecture
• Experience with complex optical system design, analysis, testing, and implementation
• Demonstrated ability to utilize Product Lifecycle Management Software
• Experience performing detailed analysis
• Experience with thermal management
• Siemens NX & Teamcenter experience
• Working knowledge of DFMA

Benefits:

• Highly competitive equity grants
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including health, recovery, and other support