Senior Equipment Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems

Senior Equipment Engineer, Rocket Motor Systems Anduril Mississippi, USA USD 113k-149k / year + Equity Posted on Feb 3, 2026 Apply now 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

Anduril's Rocket Motor Systems team is seeking a Senior Equipment Engineer to join our team. The Rocket Motor Systems team is designing and commissioning automated equipment for high rate production of Solid Rocket Motors at our plant in McHenry, MS. In this role, you will design, commission, and upgrade Solid Rocket Motor production equipment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Design, commission, and upgrade Solid Rocket Motor production equipment Lead all aspects of vendor management, including SOW, RFP/RFQ, vendor downselect, design reviews, FAT, and SAT Lead onsite commissioning efforts by coordinating Controls, Mechanical, Electrical, and Safety personnel Integrate internal and external FactoryOS software into automation equipment and production lines Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for equipment failures, ensuring rapid resolution and long-term reliability Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot equipment issues, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering 6+ years of experience in designing and commissioning automation equipment in a production environment Have successfully managed an integrator all the way from RFQ through SAT for a $500k+ CapEx project Proficient CAD modeling in NX, Solidworks or AutoCAD Proficient in controls integration including PLCs, control panels, robots, stacklights, I/O blocks, etc Solid understand of safety devices including Estops, door interlocks, light curtains, LIDAR scanners, and trap keys Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

9+ years of experience in designing and commissioning automation equipment in a production environment Have successfully managed an integrator all the way from RFQ through SAT for a $2MM+ CapEx project Strong 3D CAD in NX Proficient in Siemens PLC programming Electrical troubleshooting up to 600VAC. TUV FS Engineer certification (Functional Safety of Machinery) US Salary Range $113,000 — $149,000 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. To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/ . Apply now See more open positions at Anduril