Anduril
Staff Propulsion Integration Engineer, Omen
$220K–$292K
Costa Mesa, California, United States · Staff · Full-time · Posted May 27, 2026
- Experience
- 12+ years of propulsion engineering experience on air vehicles.
- Education
- BS or higher degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering.
About the job
Integrates propulsion systems for Omen autonomous aircraft, from engine and fuel-system selection through design, testing, and vendor coordination.
What you'll do
- Select and integrate aircraft engines, engine components, and fuel systems; design, fabricate, and test prototype components and controls.
- Plan, instrument, and execute propulsion tests; support customer hardware demonstrations and travel to test sites as needed.
- Coordinate with engine vendors, manage development projects, and support CAD design of aerodynamic surfaces and structures.
What they ask for
- 12+ years of propulsion engineering experience on air vehicles (manned or unmanned).
- Professional experience with jet engines in the 1,000-20,000 lbf thrust class; knowledge of jet engine fundamentals and experience using engine cycle decks.
- Experience testing engines or powertrain components; mechanical-part and surface-loft CAD design experience; understanding of manufacturing methods.
- BS or higher degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering; eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.
Nice to have
- Experience in NX/Teamcenter.
- Hands-on jet engine testing, EMS experience, machine-shop and parts procurement experience, or participation in Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Design Build Fly, etc.
Pay
$220,000 — $292,000 USD (base salary)
Tools
NX, Teamcenter, Engine Management Systems (EMS)
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