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

Anduril· Air Dominance & Strike : Air Dominance & Strike Hardware : Mechanical Systems
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Costa Mesa, CA$220k - $292kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Staff propulsion engineering role focused on design, integration, testing, and integration of aircraft engines and propulsion systems for Group 5 air vehicles and missile platforms, including CAD, test planning, and vendor coordination.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a lead or key contributor in the selection, architecting, and integration of 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.
  • Critical member of team supporting CAD design for inlet / exhaust shaping, surfaces and structures.
  • Travel to test sites as needed.

Qualifications

  • 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, customizing, or tailoring 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.

Skills

Required:Engine integration leadershipThermodynamic engine cycle analysisPropulsion testing and troubleshootingCAD/design review (inlet/exhaust, structures)Manufacturing methods

Benefits

  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees (health, recovery, and related support)
  • Competitive compensation package with equity grants included in most offers
Last updated Sep 2, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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