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Propulsion Technician

Anduril · Santa Ana, California, United States

Posted Nov 5, 2026 · full time

Est. total comp~$110K–$157K

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From the posting

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.

What You’ll Do

Build and teardown Anduril’s fleet of airbreathing turbine applications, supporting developmental testing

Ensure the safety of daily operations by maintaining a high attention to detail

Work with turbojet and combustion hardware, as well electrical and sensor connections

Maintain test stands, work areas, and equipment to support engine test and integration

Set up and test developmental engines on test stands, and support gathering data for engine runs

Work on the coolest engines in the aviation business.

Required Qualifications .

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

5+ years relevant engine technician experience in gas turbine / aerospace / defense / automotive / motorsport industry …

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Job inventory

Required 4 items

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (or 2+ years of related experience)

Experience: 5+ years of experience in engine technician

Skills and tools: Troubleshooting

Clearance and work authorization: Ability to obtain a clearance

Preferred 13 items

Skills and tools: CAD, Machining, Sheet metal, Composites, 3D printing, Injection molding, Mechatronics, Data acquisition, Wire harness, Physics, Motion control, Heat transfer

Certifications and licenses: FAA A&P license

Also in the posting: Santa Ana, CA initially; Long Beach, CA beginning late 2027

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Crew department: Oxygen

Skills this kind of role usually asks for:

Computer vision
Thermodynamics and chemistry
Cryogenic and high-pressure handling
Electrochemistry basics
Test stand operations

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