- Job type
- Not listed
- Work mode
- On-site
- Level
- Not listed
- Department
- Engineering
- Experience
- 3+ years experience
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
About the role
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Anduril Rocket Motor Systems (RMS) team is on a mission to build next generation solid rocket motors for a safer, more connected world. To achieve our vision of becoming a large-volume provider of tactical rocket motors, we will develop differentiated products and services that maximize our customers’ capabilities, and we will establish and maintain a reputation of Quality and Reliability.
ABOUT THE JOB
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will conduct mechanical design and analysis of solid rocket motor components, including motor cases, nozzles, propellant grains, igniters, and/or ignition safety components. The right person for this role has a strong command of mechanical design and stress and thermal analysis principles as well as a solid handle on the usage of tools common in industry. If you are someone who is hardware-focused and detail-oriented then this role is for you.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Perform CAD design activities of mechanical components.
- Perform finite element analysis of structural and thermal systems.
- Generate, review, and release product definition (i.e. engineering drawings).
- Create reports and presentations documenting analysis and other supporting work.
- Present to peers and customers in design reviews.
- Support prototyping, manufacturing, and test operations onsite at our manufacturing facilities and suppliers’ facilities.
- Own the development of critical subsystems from cradle to grave.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years’ experience performing mechanical design and analysis.
- A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or similar.
- Prior experience operating CAD software and/or FEA software.
- A solid understanding of hardware manufacturability and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to travel to other Anduril sites, customer sites, or supplier sites as business demand dictates. Anticipated 10-25% travel.
- Ability to obtain and hold a Secret Security Clearance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Exhibits strong initiative and ownership of tasks.
- Experience with NX CAD software and/or Abaqus FEA software.
- Certification in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
- Expertise in engineering tool development in Microsoft Excel, MATLAB, and/or Python.
- Experience with propulsion systems.