Propulsion Performance Manager

Company: Anduril Industries
Location: Santa Ana
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

We are looking for a Propulsion Performance Manager 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 simulation and development of air breathing propulsion systems along with supporting flight testing as needed. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Own the performance, operability and turbomachinery of gas turbine engines Grow Anduril’s propulsion analytical capability. Identify growth opportunities for team members. Empower engineers to find ways to improve the performance of engines. Mentor less experienced engineers Drive the aerodynamic and structural design of turbomachinery Identify gaps in analytical and testing capability. Seek out new technology, testing and analytical capability to level up Anduril’s capabilities in turbomachinery development. Facilitate cross functional teamwork. Work with the design team to create an analytical basis to turbomachinery design. Work with test team to test, qualify and support engines in the field. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering A minimum of 7 years of experience in modeling/simulation of gas turbine engines, turbomachinery or gas turbine development Exposure to testing of gas turbine engines Proven expertise in the aerodynamics and thermodynamics of turbomachinery. U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with air-breathing propulsion systems Professional experience using Siemens NX (Unigraphics) or other CAD packages Experience conducting 1D sizing of turbomachinery components Knowledge of instrumentation strategies and setups to diagnose performance of gas turbine engines Experience with Numerical analysis Toolsets for turbomachinery (AxStream, Concepts NREC) Experience with aerodynamic rig testing techniques for turbomachinery components Experience using CFD to simulate the performance of gas turbine components (Ducts, Inlets, Nozzles, Turbomachinery) 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. 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