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Salary: USD 220,000 - 292,000 / annual
Anduril Industries, a defense technology company, is seeking a Staff Propulsion Engineer to join the Air Dominance & Strike Propulsion Integration team. This role focuses on designing and integrating advanced propulsion hardware for Group 5 unmanned air vehicles (UAVs) and missile platforms.
You will serve as a lead technical contributor and authority on propulsion system integration, owning the full development lifecycle from concept through flight test. Key responsibilities include selecting and architecting aircraft engines and engine controls for UAVs, designing and testing prototype components and control systems, planning and executing comprehensive propulsion test programs, and coordinating with engine vendors and strategic partners.
You will leverage CAD expertise (NX/Teamcenter) to design inlet/exhaust shaping, surfaces, and structures. Additional duties include troubleshooting propulsion anomalies, performing thermodynamic cycle analysis for installed engine performance predictions, and leading critical hardware demonstrations with customers. Travel to test sites is required as needed.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering, plus 12+ years of propulsion engineering experience on air vehicles (manned or unmanned). You must have hands-on experience with jet engines in the 250–20,000 lbf thrust class, proven experience leading propulsion system integration as a technical authority, and expertise in thermodynamic engine cycle modeling. Strong CAD design skills, knowledge of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding), and the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance are essential.
Preferred qualifications include proficiency in NX/Teamcenter, Python, MATLAB, and IADs; hands-on jet engine testing experience; prior work at a jet engine OEM or supplier; knowledge of FADEC and Engine Management Systems; machine shop procurement experience; and an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance.
