Mechanical Engineer, Support System
Anduril Industries · Costa Mesa, California, United States
Posted about 3 months ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 94 days Anduril Industries's roles stay open a median of 103 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 1% of Anduril Industries's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Anduril Industries
- high 2263 stale, 67 reposted of 2,263 open
- Hiring momentum
- 649 roles opened in the last 90 days ↓ down vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-11-14
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Anduril Industries's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Anduril Industries.
About this role
As a Mechanical Engineer for Support Systems at Anduril Industries, you will be responsible for the mechanical development of innovative Ground Servicing Equipment (GSE) and support systems. Your work will involve taking concepts through CAD design, prototyping, and testing, ensuring that the systems are rugged and reliable for various operational environments. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate mechanical and electrical systems, while maintaining configuration control throughout the development process.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Anduril Industries as an employer.
What you need
- BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline
- 3+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience owning the design, analysis, build, and functional test of complex physical hardware or mechanisms
- Strong foundation in first-principles mechanical design, structural packaging, material selection (metals, composites, hardware), and 3D CAD modeling
- Demonstrated familiarity with system safety practices, hazard assessments, and risk mitigation methodologies (e.g., MIL-STD-882E or equivalent industrial standards)
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude with an iterative, prototype-to-learn mindset and a high bias for action in fast-paced environments
- Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Nice to have
- Direct experience developing Ground Support Equipment (GSE), launch/recovery mechanisms, mobile heavy equipment, or transport and packaging solutions for aerospace or defense systems
- Operational experience in land or maritime expeditionary environments—supporting flight line operations, field maintenance, or complex tactical deployments
- Familiarity with high-voltage battery systems, electric powertrains, or fluid/fueling delivery systems
- Hands-on fabrication, trade, machining, or aircraft mechanic experience (A&P license or military maintenance MOS/AFSC)
- Prior military service or defense contracting background with unmanned aerial systems (UAS)
What you get
- Highly competitive equity grants
- Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work options
- Salary range provided but may vary based on multiple factors
- Focus on fast-paced, high-ownership culture may require adaptability
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Listed by Anduril Industries on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-11-14. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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