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Staff Propulsion Integration Engineer, Omen

Anduril· Maritime & Maneuver Dominance : Maneuver Dominance Engineering : MD - ME
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Costa Mesa, CA$220k - $292kFull-timePosted 4mo ago

About the role

Anduril is seeking a Staff Propulsion Integration Engineer to join the Omen Team in Costa Mesa. Omen is a hover-to-cruise autonomous air vehicle designed for runway-independent operation with applications across defense and civilian domains. The role involves hands-on propulsion system design, testing, and integration for unmanned aircraft, with opportunities for leadership and rapid development.

Responsibilities

  • Critical member of team for selection and integration of aircraft engines, engine components, and fuel systems on unmanned air vehicles
  • 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
  • Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
  • Critical member of team supporting CAD design for internal aerodynamic loft, surfaces and structures
  • Travel to test sites as needed

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of propulsion engineering experience on air vehicles (manned or unmanned)
  • Professional experience with jet engines in the 1,000-20,000 lbf thrust class
  • Knowledge of jet engine fundamentals
  • Experience with use of engine cycle decks
  • Exposure to testing of engines or powertrain components
  • Experience designing mechanical parts and surface loft (CAD)
  • Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, etc)
  • BS or higher degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance

Skills

Required:Propulsion integrationCAD designVendor management
Nice to have:Engine testing

Benefits

  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees
  • Highly competitive equity grants included in majority of full-time offers
Last updated Aug 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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