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Fuel Systems Engineer, Air Vehicles

Job in Costa Mesa, Orange County, California, 92626, USA
Listing for: ANDURIL INDUSTRIES
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Systems Engineer, Mechanical Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 129000 - 171000 USD Yearly USD 129000.00 171000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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 Air Dominance and Strike Mechanical Engineering Team is responsible for designing and integrating advanced hardware for Group 5 air vehicles and missile platforms. Air Dominance and Strike Mechanical Design Engineers own the full development lifecycle, from concept generation, to integration and flight test, ensuring high-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical systems that meet the demands of complex, contested environments.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

* Develop preliminary designs of flight vehicle fuel systems, along with vehicle design team, to meet quantity, flow, venting, and refueling considerations

* Perform detailed design of tube, lines, pumps, gauging, filtration, venting, and refueling/defueling systems

* Develop BOM for fuel systems, and support sourcing of components

* Support prototype manufacture and installation of fuel systems in flight vehicles

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

* B.S. in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience

* 5+ years experience in the design of air vehicle fuel systems

* Siemens NX proficiency

* Excellent communication and team skills

* Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* 10+ years experience

* Active Top secret DoD clearance

* Unmanned Air Vehicle design experience

US Salary Range

$129,000 - $171,000 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:

Healthcare Benefits

* US Roles:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.

* UK & AUS Roles:
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.

* IE Roles:
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.

Additional Benefits

* Income Protection:
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

* Generous time off:
Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

* Family Planning & Parenting Support:
Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

* Mental Health Resources:
Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

* Professional Development:
Annual reimbursement for professional development

* Commuter Benefits:
Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

* Relocation Assistance:
Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan

* US Roles:
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.

* UK & IE Roles:
Pension plan with employer match.

* AUS Roles:
Superannuation plan.

The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.

Protecting Yourself from Recruitment Scams

Anduril is committed to maintaining the integrity of our Talent acquisition process and the security of our candidates. We've observed a rise in sophisticated phishing and fraudulent schemes where individuals impersonate Anduril representatives, luring job seekers with false interviews or job offers. These scammers often attempt to extract payment or sensitive personal information.

To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind:

* No Financial Requests:
Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. Our legitimate recruitment is entirely free for candidates.

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Position Requirements
5+ Years work experience
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