Fuel Systems Engineer, Air Vehicles

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Costa Mesa, California, United StatesPosted 8 weeks ago

Role Overview

Anduril Industries is hiring a mid-level Fuel Systems Engineer, Air Vehicles. This is a full-time role in Costa Mesa, California. Part of Anduril Industries's Lifecycle hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Lifecycle roles is $100k-$125k (based on 123 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job Description

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 5 air vehicles and missile platforms. Air Dominance and Strike Mechanical Design Engineers own the full development lifecycle, from concept generation, to integration and flight test, ensuring high-performance, resilient, and scalable mechanical systems that meet the demands of complex, contested environments.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Develop preliminary designs of flight vehicle fuel systems, along with vehicle design team, to meet quantity, flow, venting, and refueling considerations
Perform detailed design of tube, lines, pumps, gauging, filtration, venting, and refueling/defueling systems
Develop BOM for fuel systems, and support sourcing of components
Support prototype manufacture and installation of fuel systems in flight vehicles

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
5+ years experience in the design of air vehicle fuel systems
Siemens NX proficiency
Excellent communication and team skills
Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

10+ years experience
Active Top secret DoD clearance
Unmanned Air Vehicle 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:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Fuel Systems Engineer, Air Vehicles position at Anduril Industries?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Anduril Industries. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Fuel Systems Engineer, Air Vehicles position at Anduril Industries located?

This position is based in Costa Mesa, California. Anduril Industries has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Fuel Systems Engineer, Air Vehicles at Anduril Industries earn?

Anduril Industries has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Fuel Systems Engineer, Air Vehicles role at Anduril Industries posted?

This role was posted on May 1, 2026 (56 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.