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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Anduril· Mission Systems : Imaging Engineering : Imaging - Mechanical Engineering
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Hudson, NH$126k - $167kfull-timePosted 5d ago

About the role

Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical development and transition to production of next-generation infrared opto-mechanical systems in Hudson, NH. Focus on cooled infrared cameras and IDCAs, with emphasis on precision alignment, cleanliness, and disciplined engineering.

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.
  • Mentoring junior engineers, leading small teams, and managing projects/budgets.
  • Travel to test sites as needed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering (BSME), or MS with 8+ years of experience in design, hardware, or integrated product development and testing, and excellent leadership/communication
  • Experience in an immersive interdisciplinary technical project.
  • Proficiency in various CAD tools and openness to using new software, with the ability to create high-quality engineering drawings that meet industry standards.
  • Strong skills in material selection, component sizing, system design, and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to navigate Change Control processes to enact changes to in-production hardware.
  • 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 (motors, controllers, sensors, etc.).
  • Experience with machining and fabrication processes, sheet metal, injection molding, and 3D printing.
  • Knowledge of industry standards (e.g., ASME Y14.5 GD&T) and regulatory requirements.
  • Ability to drive projects from concept to completion
  • Excellent written and verbal skills for documentation, presentations, and collaboration.
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Skills

Required:Mechanical designThermal analysisChange controlFabrication and manufacturingGD&TSystems integrationLeadership
Nice to have:Product lifecycle management

Benefits

  • Top-tier benefits for full-time employees (comprehensive, competitive)
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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