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Mechanical Engineer, Counter Intrusion

Anduril· AFS : Counter Intrusion Engineering
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Irvine, CA$132k - $175kfull-timePosted 5mo ago

About the role

Mechanical engineer role focused on ruggedized hardware design for rapidly deployable counter-intrusion platforms, transitioning concepts to production under tight timelines, with emphasis on first-principles reasoning and systems integration.

Responsibilities

  • Own ruggedized hardware design from concept generation to production realization under condensed timelines.
  • Use first principles physics as a basis for every decision.
  • Lead design reviews, run analysis, and define and execute hardware test plans to ensure product reliability in harsh environments.
  • Build prototypes of complex electromechanical systems.
  • Coordinate across Anduril internal departments to build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful design concepts into production.
  • Support critical hardware demonstrations with internal and external customers as needed.
  • Travel to test sites and vendors as needed.

Qualifications

  • Experience in immersive technical projects (Formula SAE, Baja SAE, SAE Aero etc).
  • Self starter with 3+ years of mechanical/electromechanical design experience in a professional setting.
  • 3D CAD proficiency (any platform) and ability to understand and apply GD&T to create high quality engineering drawings.
  • Demonstrated hands-on fabrication skills.
  • BS in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Skills

Required:3D CADGD&THands-on fabrication
Nice to have:Electrical/mechanical integration

Benefits

  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including comprehensive health-related coverage and other programs (as described in the job posting)
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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