Principal Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Air Breathing Engine Integration)

The role

You will lead the selection, architecture, and integration of aircraft engines and components on unmanned air vehicles. You will design, fabricate, and test prototype components and propulsion systems.

What you will do

• Select, architect, and integrate aircraft engines, components, and controls on UAVs
• Design, fabricate, and test prototype components and control systems
• Plan, instrument, and execute tests of aircraft propulsion systems
• Coordinate with engine vendors and manage development projects
• Lead or support critical hardware demonstrations with customers
• Support CAD design for inlet/exhaust shaping, surfaces and structures

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering
• 15+ years of propulsion engineering experience on air vehicles (manned or unmanned)
• Professional experience with jet engines in the 250-20,000 lbf thrust class
• Mastery of engine cycle decks and thermodynamic modeling
• Served as the Chief Engineer or ultimate technical authority on a major propulsion program
• Experience identifying and selecting strategic propulsion suppliers and managing OEM relationships
• Experience defining comprehensive propulsion test programs and troubleshooting system level anomalies
• Experience advising executive leadership on technical risks and mentoring engineers
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice to have

• Experience in NX / Teamcenter, Python, MATLAB, IADs
• Hands-on experience with jet engine testing including test practices, instrumentation, and data processing
• Previous work experience at a jet engine OEM or supplier
• Knowledge and experience working with FADEC, Engine Management Systems (EMS), or equivalent aircraft engine control systems
• Experience procuring parts and working in a machine shop
• Working knowledge of machine safety and shop safety protocols
• Active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

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. Secret security clearance
• Consent to pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening

About the company

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology.