BS or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 8+ years of relevant experience.
Experience owning mechanical design of at least one actuator from concept to production.
Proficient in design and analysis of geared actuation systems with rotary and linear mechanisms.
Skilled in CAD software (NX or Solidworks) and knowledgeable about various manufacturing methods.
Proficient in mechanical drawings and ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards.
Experience in parts procurement and machine shop operations, with knowledge of safety protocols.
Strong attention to detail.
Responsibilities
Own the mechanical design of rotary and linear actuators from concept to production.
Drive development of new technologies in sensing and electromechanical systems.
Design with a focus on manufacturability and assembly efficiency.
Evaluate cooling solutions tailored to specific applications.
Develop durability test profiles based on vehicle usage data.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives in processes and data analysis techniques.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees.
Support for health and recovery needs.
Investment in employee development and future opportunities.
Full Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Own detailed mechanical design of rotary and linear actuators including but not limited to: eMachines, speed sensing and interconnect assemblies, gearboxes and housings from conceptual phase into production.
Drive development in new technologies including sensing, eMachines, and electromechanical gear systems.
Design with a heavy focus for manufacturing and assembly at production rates.
Evaluate cooling solutions for each application.
Design durability test profiles using vehicle usage data.
Lead and participate in continuous improvement activities, including process improvement, efficiency improvement and development of data analysis techniques.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
BS or higher degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and 8+ years of relevant experience.
Owned mechanical design of at least 1x actuator from clean sheet design to production.
Experience in design and analysis of geared actuation systems with rotary and linear gear reduction mechanisms.
Experience designing mechanical parts (CAD) in NX or Solidworks. Understanding of manufacturing methods (casting, machining, hobbing, grinding, additive, etc)
Proficient in mechanical drawings, ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
Experience procuring parts and working in a machine shop. Working knowledge of machine safety and shop safety protocols.
Excellent attention to detail.
U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Deep mechanical design experience and proven track record of success for rotary and linear actuators and sensors.
Experience with torque and force sensing instrumentation and data reduction.
Working knowledge of electromagnetic and thermal analysis techniques.
Design for volume manufacturing.
Detailed assembly stackup development.
Working knowledge of material selection and supply chains.
Per Anduril's expansion plans, we anticipate this job will be based out of Long Beach, CA beginning late 2027.
US Salary Range
$147,000-$196,000 USD
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
Benefits
At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.
About Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that develops advanced systems for the military. The company was founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, Trae Stephens, and Matt Grimm, and has since grown to become a major player in the defense industry. Anduril's products include autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and other advanced technologies that are designed to enhance military capabilities. The company has received significant funding from investors and has partnerships with several major defense contractors. Anduril is headquartered in Mountain View, California.
