Mechanical Engineer, Omen

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the Omen team at our Costa Mesa HQ. Omen is Anduril’s hover-to-cruise autonomous air vehicle (AAV) that packs the endurance, payload, and mission flexibility of much larger airplanes into a novel runway-independent Group 3 platform. Omen can operate from ship decks, beaches, or remote island clearings, providing true runway independence and freedom of maneuver across defense and civilian domains. Omen is the first tail-sitter aircraft with a mass-production contract, with an order of 50 systems representing a decisive investment that anchors production and accelerates the development of future systems. You will work on new aircraft development in a lean, high-ownership culture where you directly shape the product and operate at a velocity to fly new designs within months, not years. ABOUT THE JOB Here you will work on core product development for unmanned rotorcraft and complex systems, including but not limited to avionics, batteries, mechanisms, structures, sensors and payloads. The role requires high ownership and frequent collaboration with other core disciplines focusing primarily on Omen. Omen is a eVTOL, the first of it's kind - ideal candidates are practical, hands-on and a self starter. High growth potential is possible as well as additional leadership opportunities. WHAT YOU’LL DO Own and drive mechanical systems and platform development, overseeing the process from initial concept to low rate production. Lead technical efforts to define requirements, propose possible solutions, and establish a methodology for evaluating and verifying mechanical systems. Work in close partnership with other disciplines to ensure the electrical, software, and mechanical systems collectively form a reliable, flexible, cost-effective system. Spearhead design reviews, conduct analysis, visit vendors, prototype and implement hardware test plans. Actively contribute to the enhancement of team tools, templates, processes, and standards. Cultivate a vibrant, positive, dedicated, high-energy, educational, and enjoyable community environment. Balance operational needs across vehicle subsystems while optimizing for development speed, mass, manufacturability, and cost Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed Travel to test sites and vendors as needed REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience in an immersive technical project (collegiate project teams or professional settings) A minimum of 4 years in a technical engineering role in a professional setting Proven CAD skills (Any platform, but NX preferred) and the ability to produce high-quality engineering drawings that comply with common industry standards. Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals in structures, fluids, thermal, and mechanisms MATLAB/SIMULINK/SIMSCAPE experience Manufacturing knowledge & experience with machine shops (sheet metal, CNC, etc.) Rapid prototyping background (structures/electronics/software) & 3D printing knowledge Proficient in hands-on prototyping (machining, shop tools, welding, soldering) BS or MS in mechanical engineering, or equivalent work experience Demonstrated hands-on fabrication skills. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience in NX/Teamcenter Ability to integrate electronic components into mechanical designs (motors, controllers, sensors etc.) Solid understanding and application of GD&T Advanced designing skills for CNC machining, composites, sheet metal, injection molding, PCBA integration Outstanding leadership and interpersonal skills Familiarity with running a qualification campaign for flight hardware Familiarity with designing for rugged environments Understanding of MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-810G Experience with electro-mechanical and electrical design concepts Experience with Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Design Build Fly, etc. US Salary Range $120,000 - $213,000 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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Keywords: Anduril Industries, San Clemente , Mechanical Engineer, Omen, Engineering , Costa Mesa, California