Structures Engineer, Air Vehicles
- Salary
- $129,000 - $171,000
- Level
- Senior
Not stated in the posting: work type, visa.
Open. First seen 7 March 2026.
About the role
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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 Aerostructures Engineering Team is responsible for designing and analyzing advanced structural parts for Group 5 air vehicles and missile platforms. Air Dominance and Strike Structures Engineers own the full development lifecycle, from conceptual to detailed design and analysis of primary and secondary structures ensuring high-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical systems that meet the demands of complex, contested environments.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Utilize first principle methods and design tools to develop new aircraft products
- Own development of primary and secondary aircraft structural parts and assemblies (metallic and composite) from preliminary design through prototype manufacturing
- Perform complex modeling and finite element analysis at the detailed component level, major assembly level, and aircraft level (analysis simulations to include strength, buckling, damage tolerance, and delamination)
- Apply design for manufacturing concepts to create solutions that are cost effective and easy to manufacture at rate
- Conduct trade studies and perform design and analysis research of complex engineering concepts to determine an optimal solution for weight, performance, manufacturability, cost, and/or schedule
- Collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment to solve complex, open-ended problems with an emphasis on schedule and cost objectives
- Coordinate work with mechanical systems, systems integration, aerodynamics, manufacturing, project engineering, and other team members
- Onsite engineering support at manufacturing and integration sites
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in aerospace structures design, analysis, or related roles
- Proficiency in CAD software and experience with engineering data analysis
- Proven expertise in structural modeling and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, NASTRAN, or equivalent)
- Strong understanding of material properties, stress analysis, fatigue assessment, load paths, design practices, and hand calculations
- Strong technical knowledge in core engineering principles, fundamental mechanics of composite materials, design, analysis, testing, and fabrication
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- Self-driven with a strong sense of autonomy and adaptability in a dynamic environment
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with clean sheet aircraft configuration
- Siemens NX proficiency
- Experience with fast paced prototype design and manufacture of uncrewed aircraft
- Experience with high temperature materials selection
- Broad experience across a range of aircraft programs
- Hands-on experience with manufacturing
- Practical aircraft knowledge (pilots license, A&P, etc.)
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:
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The team: Air Dominance & Strike : Air Dominance & Strike Hardware : Air Vehicle Structures HIRES STEADILY
This role is one of 5 open in Air Dominance & Strike : Air Dominance & Strike Hardware : Air Vehicle Structures. 1 was posted in the last 30 days and the oldest in April: a team that hires all year rather than one being built.
WHAT THE TEAM WORKS WITH, ACROSS ITS POSTINGS
Computer Vision (5 of 5), FEA (4 of 5), Siemens NX (4 of 5), ANSYS (3 of 5)
OTHER ROLES ON THIS TEAM
- Sustainment Engineer, Fury posted Oct 16
- Loads and Dynamics Engineer, Air Vehicles posted May 7
- Structures Engineer, Hypersonic Air Vehicles posted Feb 18
- Senior Structures Engineer, Air Vehicles posted Apr 1
From the team and dates on Anduril Industries's own job board.
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