Staff Propulsion Integration Engineer, Omen

The role

You will work on the selection and integration of aircraft engines, engine components, and fuel systems on unmanned air vehicles. You will design, fabricate, and test prototype components and control systems for the Omen autonomous air vehicle.

What you will do

• Selection and integration of aircraft engines, engine components, and fuel systems on unmanned air vehicles
• Design, fabricate, and test prototype components and control systems
• Plan, instrument, and execute tests of aircraft propulsion systems
• Coordinate with engine vendors, develop strategic partnerships, and manage development projects
• Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
• Support CAD design for internal aerodynamic loft, surfaces and structures

Required qualifications

• 12+ years of propulsion engineering experience on air vehicles (manned or unmanned)
• Professional experience with jet engines in the 1,000-20,000 lbf thrust class
• Knowledge of jet 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)
• Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, etc)
• BS or higher degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance

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
• Experience with Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Design Build Fly, etc.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package available at little to no cost to employees

Before you apply

• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance

About the company

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. Their family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system.