Anduril Industries

Senior Propulsion Engineer

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
80 days
Anduril Industries's roles stay open a median of 80 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
1% of Anduril Industries's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Anduril Industries
high
2216 stale, 67 reposted of 2,263 open
Hiring momentum
3233 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-22

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About this role

As a Senior Propulsion Engineer at Anduril Industries, you will be involved in the design, prototyping, and testing of propulsion systems for unmanned air vehicles. Your role will require collaboration with various teams to integrate aircraft engines and components, execute tests, and manage development projects, all within a fast-paced environment focused on innovation in defense technology.

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1/5
freshness
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career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • 8+ years of propulsion engineering experience on air vehicles (manned or unmanned)
  • Professional experience with Turboshaft/Turboprop and Reciprocating engines
  • Knowledge of jet and piston engine fundamentals
  • Experience with use of engine cycle decks
  • Exposure to testing of engines or powertrain components
  • Experience designing mechanical parts and surface loft (CAD)

Nice to have

  • Experience in NX/Teamcenter
  • Hands-on experience with jet engine testing including test practices, instrumentation, and data processing
  • Knowledge and experience working with Engine Management Systems (EMS), OEM or motorsport
  • Experience procuring parts and working in a machine shop. Working knowledge of machine safety and shop safety protocols
  • Active U.S. Secret security clearance

What you get

  • Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees
  • Highly competitive equity grants included in the majority of full-time offers

Worth weighing

  • No specific information on the company's culture or work-life balance
  • Salary range provided but may vary based on multiple factors
  • Role involves travel to test sites as needed

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Listed by Anduril Industries on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-22. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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