Sr. Propulsion Performance Engineer

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Maneuver Dominance team at Anduril develops operationally relevant, multi-asset autonomy. We are focused on making large groups of autonomous systems work effectively together, with a particular emphasis on larger, more capable unmanned aerial vehicles. Here you will work on new aircraft development for unmanned rotorcraft and complex systems, including but not limited to propulsion systems, avionics, batteries, mechanisms, structures, sensors and payloads.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Senior Propulsion Performance Engineer to enhance our Maneuver Dominance team. This role is critical in developing and optimizing advanced propulsion systems to meet our aggressive and innovative goals. You will be responsible for simulation and development of air breathing propulsion systems along with supporting flight testing as needed.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Own detailed design of individual engine components from conceptual phase into production.
• Drive prototype testing and design of experiments to optimize designs prior to release.
• Design with a heavy focus for manufacturing and assembly at production rates.
• Own architectural layouts and design trade studies for future products.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement activities, including process improvement, efficiency improvement and development of data analysis techniques.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in transient modeling/simulation of gas turbine engines
• Proven expertise in development of gas turbine engine transient models in NPSS (preferred), Simulink, or other proprietary equivalent
• Exposure to testing of gas turbine engines
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with air-breathing propulsion systems
• Experience in turbine engine distortion sensitivity analysis or testing (SAE ARP 1420, AIR 1419)
• Experience conducting engine stability assessments or audits (SAE AIR 5656)
• Professional experience using Siemens NX (Unigraphics) or other CAD packages
• Experience in evaluating or analyzing component instability (Compressors, Combustors)
• Experience conducting 1D sizing of turbomachinery components
• Experience with aerodynamic rig testing techniques for turbomachinery components
• Professional experience developing variable geometry schedules (Inlet Guide Vane, Variable Exhaust Nozzles, etc.)
• Experience with Internal Combustion Engines

US Salary Range$142,000—$213,000 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:

• Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
  • For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
  • For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
• Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a fam