Aviation Maintenance Engineer

About this role

Anduril Industries seeks an Aviation Maintenance Engineer to ensure airworthiness and mission readiness of developmental unmanned aircraft systems. You'll perform hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, assembly, and testing across mechanical and avionics systems while supporting flight test operations in a fast-paced defense technology environment.

What you'll do

• Conduct aircraft assembly, preventative maintenance, and mechanical integration including flight control surfaces and propulsion systems
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft subsystems such as landing gear, fuel systems, flight controls, and engines
• Perform airframe construction techniques and composite fabrication work
• Validate and test electronic components using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and network analyzers
• Complete aircraft documentation and communicate mechanical assessments to engineering teams
• Maintain foreign object debris (FOD) control and tool accountability practices

What they're looking for

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License
• Rotorcraft maintenance and repair (8+ years required)
• Aircraft assembly and mechanical integration
• Electronics troubleshooting and testing
• Composite fabrication techniques
• Technical documentation and communication
• Problem-solving and attention to detail
• Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay ($47-$59 USD)
• Equity grants for full-time employees
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Top-tier benefits package available at minimal cost
• Support for recovery and life needs