Senior Warhead Design Engineer

Anduril Industries•Costa Mesa, CA

About The Position

The Engineering & Operations Team is responsible for the design and testing of complex munitions systems and transition them from prototype to production. The team is working exciting new ordnance technology across multiple platforms. WHAT YOU'LL DO Design warheads and complex ordnance/munitions systems and transition them from prototype to production. Quickly create high fidelity prototype parts to assess effectiveness by testing on the range. Manage arena and system testing of munitions products from end-to-end, including project planning, design of experiments and safety. Capture test video, compile data from ground and flight tests, and analyze results. Assemble/disassemble explosive test articles and precision targets.

Requirements

BS or higher degree in mechanical, aerospace, or another engineering discipline.
2-10 years’ work experience as an individual contributing engineer, focused on mechanical design, analysis, and testing of naval ordnance/munitions systems.
Experience creating complex mechanical designs using CAD tools such as NX or SolidWorks.
Test experience including data acquisition, data analysis, and project coordination.
Ability to travel as required for testing (surges up to 25%).
Experience preparing engineering documentation (i.e. specifications, test procedures, technical reports, drawings) and design for manufacturing.
Passion for defending the United States and her allies.
Be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Active U.S. security clearance (DoD Secret or Top-Secret or DOE L or Q)
Expert level experience creating complex mechanical designs specific to ordnance/munitions.
Experience with munitions testing.
Prior experience in explosive operations and/or handling munitions.
Experience with the DoD Weapons Safety Boards.
Experience designing and scaling production of mechanical components at volume.
Experience developing or testing complex electrical or mechatronics systems.

Responsibilities

Design warheads and complex ordnance/munitions systems and transition them from prototype to production.
Quickly create high fidelity prototype parts to assess effectiveness by testing on the range.
Manage arena and system testing of munitions products from end-to-end, including project planning, design of experiments and safety.
Capture test video, compile data from ground and flight tests, and analyze results.
Assemble/disassemble explosive test articles and precision targets.

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.