# Senior Propulsion Engineer, Air Vehicles (Ramjet Integration) at Anduril

- Company: Anduril
- What the company does: Anduril Industries builds advanced autonomous systems and defense technology to protect US and allied forces. Creating the future of national security through AI, robotics, and cutting-edge engineering. Backed by General Catalyst, Lightspeed and a16z.
- Company website: https://www.anduril.com/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Senior
- Location: Costa Mesa, California, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-09-28
- Apply by: 2026-11-12
- Apply: https://boards.greenhouse.io/andurilindustries/jobs/5250621007?gh_jid=5250621007&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
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## About the role

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: Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
- 8+ years of propulsion engineering experience on tactical missiles or air vehicles (manned or unmanned)
- Professional experience with ramjets for defense or aerospace applications, including design, analysis, test and/or qualification of inlets, combustors, and nozzles for high‑Mach applications
- Understanding of fundamentals relevant to ramjets including cycle / performance modeling, CFD, thermal-structural coupling, and high-temperature materials
- Proven experience designing complex mechanical hardware using 3D CAD (preference for NX)
- Familiarity with manufacturing methods (e.g. machining, sheet metal, 3D printing, etc.), and an understanding of design for manufacturing and assembly

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