Structural Analysis Engineer, Space

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

Job Description:

ABOUT THE TEAM Anduril's Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We're developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain. WHAT YOU’LL DO Support new space hardware programs from concept through launch as a dedicated structural analyst. Quantify and document load cases and environments. Perform stress analysis to determine the strength, life, and safety margins using first order methods and more advanced analytical methods. Use first principles as a basis for every decision. Discern the right level of analysis to apply. Execute hand calculations, spreadsheet, and MATLAB/Python first-order models to inform path forward before jumping into detailed analysis. Develop appropriate computational models and simulations to predict dynamic environments, stress distribution, deformation, fracture, and fatigue life as needed to meet design schedules. Collaborate with other hardware engineering disciplines and guide design decisions based on analysis results. Prepare technical reports and present findings to internal teams, management, and external customers. Support the design, instrumentation selection, execution, and data processing of tests to validate models and predictions, including static, dynamic, shock, and fatigue tests. Lead trade studies and mass optimization efforts to improve designs. Correlate model to the test data. Stay current with advancements in stress analysis techniques, materials technology, and industry standards. Ensure compliance with internal and external customer requirements, regulations, and safety standards throughout the design and analysis process. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS BS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures. Deep understanding of statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and materials properties. Experience with CAD tools (NX, Solidworks, etc.) Proficiency in MATLAB or Python for developing analytical models, data acquisition, and automation. Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties autonomously without supervision. Very organized and willing to establish scope and requirements for ill-defined problems. Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS MS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures. 2 years of experience in a structures, dynamics, or loads related role with high ownership and accountability for hardware outcomes. Experienced using FEA software (ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN) with a focus in NASTRAN solution sequences for linear and non-linear static, dynamic, and buckling analyses. Structural testing experience (static, dynamic, shock) including sensor selection, data acquisition, and data post-processing. Knowledge of industry standards for materials (e.g. MMPDS) and analysis and test methodologies (e.g. GSFC-STD-7000, NASA-HDBK-7002, NASA-STD-5020). Be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance. 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: 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. 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