Anduril
(Pipeline) Structural Analyst, Space Emerging Talent
$115K–$120K
Costa Mesa, California, United States · Full-time · Posted Sep 24, 2026
- Education
- BS or higher in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures.
About the job
Performs spacecraft and payload structural analysis from conceptual design through environmental testing and launch, guiding hardware design and supporting delivery to orbit.
What you'll do
- Perform static and dynamic stress analysis; quantify launch and on-orbit loads, strength, life, and safety margins.
- Guide hardware design decisions, lead trade studies and mass optimization, and support structural test campaigns.
- Prepare technical reports and present findings to internal teams and customers.
What they ask for
- BS or higher in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures.
- Strong foundation in statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and materials properties; able to begin with hand calculations and first-order models.
- Experience with CAD tools (NX, Solidworks, or similar) and proficiency in MATLAB or Python.
- Involvement in a hands-on technical project, such as an engineering club, co-op, or internship; eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.
Nice to have
- Experience with FEA software (ANSYS, Abaqus, or NASTRAN) and structural testing.
- Co-op or internship in a startup or fast-paced engineering environment; familiarity with listed materials or analysis standards.
Pay
$115,000 — $120,000 USD (base salary)
Tools
NX, Solidworks, MATLAB, Python, ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN, MMPDS
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