Staff Propulsion Integration Engineer, Omen

Anduril


Job Location:

Costa Mesa, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 220000 - 292000
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ABOUT THE JOB

Anduril is seeking a Staff Propulsion Integration Engineer to join the Omen Team at our Costa Mesa HQ. Omen is Andurils hover-to-cruise autonomous air vehicle (AAV) that packs the endurance payload and mission flexibility of much larger airplanes into a novel runway-independent Group 3 platform. Omen can operate from ship decks beaches or remote island clearings providing true runway independence and freedom of maneuver across defense and civilian domains. Omen is the first tail-sitter aircraft with a mass-production contract with an order of 50 systems representing a decisive investment that anchors production and accelerates the development of future systems.

You will work on new aircraft development in a lean high-ownership culture where you directly shape the product and operate at a velocity to fly new designs within months not years

ABOUT THE TEAM

Here you will work on core product development for unmanned rotorcraft and complex systems including but not limited to composites mechanisms structures and tooling. The ideal candidate would be practical hands-on and a self starter. High growth potential is possible as well as additional leadership opportunities.

WHAT YOULL DO

  • 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

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 12 years of propulsion engineering experience on air vehicles (manned or unmanned)
  • Professional experience with jet engines in the 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

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in NX/Teamcenter
  • Hands-on experience with jet engine testing including test practices instrumentation and data processing
  • Knowledge and experience working with Engine Management Systems (EMS) OEM or motorsport
  • Experience procuring parts and working in a machine shop. Working knowledge of machine safety and shop safety protocols
  • Experience with Formula SAE Baja SAE Design Build Fly etc.

US Salary Range

$220000 - $292000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience education and/or training critical skills and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Andurils total compensation package. Additionally Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees including:

Benefits

At Anduril we invest in our people. Our comprehensive competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures youre supported in health recovery and whatever comes next.For more information Explore Our Benefits.

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ABOUT THE JOBAnduril is seeking a Staff Propulsion Integration Engineer to join the Omen Team at our Costa Mesa HQ. Omen is Andurils hover-to-cruise autonomous air vehicle (AAV) that packs the endurance payload and mission flexibility of much larger airplanes into a novel runway-independent Group 3 ...