Senior Turbomachinery Engineer
Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
We are looking for a Sr. Turbomachinery Engineer to enhance our
Propulsion Development team. This role is critical in developing
and optimizing advanced propulsion systems to meet our aggressive
and innovative goals. You will be responsible for developing and
qualifying air breathing propulsion systems along with supporting
flight testing as needed. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Own critical
turbomachinery components and be responsible for every aspect of
the turbomachinery design and analysis, demonstrating ownership and
work in close collaboration with manufacturing and assembly. Assist
in research and development regarding design of aircraft engines,
engine components, advanced combustion and fuel injection systems.
Conduct aerodynamic and thermodynamic analysis to evaluate new and
existing designs. Ensure that turbomachinery solutions are
developed to meet challenging manufacturing goals, minimum
cost/weight and on an aggressive schedule. Lead projects from
conception through to testing and validation. REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical or
Aerospace Engineering A minimum of 5 years of experience in
turbomachinery engineering Knowledge of fundamentals of internal
combustion engines. Creation and maintenance of 3D models of
compressor geometry. Exposure to testing of engines, or powertrain
components. Proven expertise in the aerodynamics and thermodynamics
of turbomachinery. Professional experience using Siemens NX
(Unigraphics) or other CAD packages Eligible to obtain/maintain a
U.S. Security Clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with
air-breathing propulsion systems (Small jet engines, APUs)
Experience with Numerical analysis Toolsets for turbomachinery
(AxStream, Concepts NREC) Experience with aerodynamic rig testing
techniques for turbomachinery components. Experience stage matching
using multistage 3D CFD (e.g. ADS, APNASA, FINE/Turbo) Familiarity
with Turbine Cycle Analysis (NPSS) Professional experience
designing, testing, or flying air-breathing combustors, augmentors,
ignition systems, variable area nozzles, or turbomachinery. US
Salary Range $146,000 - $194,000 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. Please always verify
communications: Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from
one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com
address. Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency
for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their
agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the
agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com .
Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any
communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors,
or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the
sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal
information or clicking on links. What to Do If You Suspect Fraud:
Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach
claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to
contact@anduril.com . Your proactive caution is invaluable in
protecting your personal information and upholding the security and
trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts. Data Privacy To view
Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit
https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ .
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