Staff Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Air Breathing Engine Integration)
Anduril Industries · Costa Mesa, California, United States
Posted 22 days ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 22 days Anduril Industries's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 1% of Anduril Industries's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Anduril Industries
- high 1390 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
- 2026-09-17
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 Staff Propulsion Engineer at Anduril Industries, you will lead the selection, architecture, and integration of aircraft engines and components for unmanned air vehicles. Your role involves designing and testing prototype components, executing propulsion system tests, and collaborating with engine vendors. You will also support CAD design efforts and may travel to test sites as needed.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- 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
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering
- 12+ years of propulsion engineering experience on air vehicles (manned or unmanned)
- Professional experience with jet engines in the 250-20,000 lbf thrust class
- Experience leading the integration of propulsion systems into air vehicles
- Experience utilizing, customizing, or tailoring thermodynamic engine cycle decks
- Experience defining comprehensive propulsion test programs and troubleshooting anomalies
Nice to have
- Experience in NX / Teamcenter, Python, MATLAB, IADs
- Hands-on experience with jet engine testing
- Previous work experience at a jet engine OEM or supplier
- Knowledge and experience working with FADEC, Engine Management Systems (EMS)
- Experience procuring parts and working in a machine shop
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 mention of remote work options
- Salary range provided but actual offer may vary significantly based on various factors
- Role involves travel to test sites, which may impact work-life balance
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Listed by Anduril Industries on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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