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Mass Properties Engineer, Air Vehicles
Costa Mesa, California, United States
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On-site
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Full-time
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1w ago
Compensation
$129,000 - $171,000
Benefits & Perks
•Healthcare
•401(k)
•Equity
•Parental Leave
•Mental Health
•Learning Budget
•Commuter Benefits
•Relocation Assistance
•Healthcare
•401k
•Equity
•Parental Leave
•Mental Health
•Learning
•Commuter
Required Skills
Mass properties analysis
Weight and balance
Aerospace engineering
Communication
Technical documentation
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 5air vehicles and missile platforms. Air Dominance and Strike Mechanical Engineers own the full development lifecycle, from concept generation, to integration and flight test, ensuringhigh-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical systems that meet the demands ofcomplex, contested environments.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
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You will contribute to the development of mass properties (weight, center of gravity (CG), & inertia) data for new air vehicle development.
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Develop, track, and maintain mass properties data throughout air vehicle design phases
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Participate in defining mass properties related design requirements
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Provide vehicle and subsystem configuration trade study guidance
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Support vehicle and subsystem level weight and balance control efforts
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Estimate, calculate, measure, and verify weight, balance, and inertia of components, assemblies, and completed vehicles or systems
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Participate in developing and maintaining mass properties accounting systems
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Generate mass properties reports
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Author Weights and Balance Manual
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Participate in developing and implementing new processes and tools
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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B.S. or M.E, or equivalent experience
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5+ years’ experience in aerospace or related industry
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Excellent communication and team skills
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Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. TS clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Siemens NX proficiency
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TOP SECRET DoD clearance
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UAV 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
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US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
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UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
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IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
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Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
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Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
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Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
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US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
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UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
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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.
To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.
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About Anduril

Anduril
Series EAnduril Industries, Inc. is an American defense technology company specializing in the development of advanced autonomous systems.
1,001-5,000
Employees
Irvine
Headquarters
$14B
Valuation
Reviews
4.2
3 reviews
Work Life Balance
3.0
Compensation
4.5
Culture
3.7
Career
4.0
Management
2.5
67%
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Pros
Great learning opportunities and mentorship
Excellent compensation and relocation benefits
Professional and dedicated team members
Cons
High school-like atmosphere
Networking/connections needed for attention
Lack of attention without internal connections
Salary Ranges
9 data points
Mid/L4
Mid/L4 · Policy Analyst
2 reports
$115,000
total / year
Base
$100,000
Stock
-
Bonus
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$115,000
$115,000
Interview Experience
4 interviews
Difficulty
3.0
/ 5
Duration
14-28 weeks
Interview Process
1
Technical Interview
2
First Round Interview
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