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

The role

This person will lead the selection, architecting, and integration of aircraft engines and components on unmanned air vehicles. They will design, fabricate, and test prototype components and propulsion systems.

What you will do

• Select, architect, and integrate aircraft engines, engine components, and engine 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
• 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
• Experience designing mechanical parts and surface loft (CAD)
• Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, etc.)
• 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 use of a third-party service provider to conduct 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. Their family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system.