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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.
- 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.
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 5+ years relevant engine technician experience in gas turbine / aerospace / defense / automotive / motorsport industry
- Familiarity with engines, engine controls, and/or testing of engines or powertrain components.
- Ability to collaborate well with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, and test engineers.
- Ability to operate autonomously and safely build combustion engines for test
- Willing to work with highly developmental hardware without established work instructions
- Must be eligible to obtain / maintain US Security Clearance.
- Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License, or similar qualification in manufacturing / hardware assembly
- Experience working in a machine shop - machine safety & knowledge of hand tools
- Strong intuition for the physics of basic propulsion systems, motion control systems, and heat transfer.
- Strong technical aptitude/ ability to problem solve and corroborate ideas to deal with day to day challenges
- Experience designing simple mechanical parts (CAD). Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, etc.).
- Mechatronics experience; sensor selection, setup of data acquisition systems, assemble wire harnesses and debug/troubleshoot systems.
- Experience in the design and implementation of automotive control electronics.
Per Anduril's expansion plans, we anticipate this job will be based out of Long Beach, CA beginning late 2027. Until then, this role will operate out of Santa Ana, CA
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:
Benefits
At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.
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.
- Please always verify communications:
- Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.
- Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com.
Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.
Data Privacy
To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.
By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources. This third-party service provider does not act as a consumer reporting agency. Use of this provider helps to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect technology, intellectual property, and organizational security.
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.
- 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.
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- 5+ years relevant engine technician experience in gas turbine / aerospace / defense / automotive / motorsport industry
- Familiarity with engines, engine controls, and/or testing of engines or powertrain components.
- Ability to collaborate well with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, and test engineers.
- Ability to operate autonomously and safely build combustion engines for test
- Willing to work with highly developmental hardware without established work instructions
- Must be eligible to obtain / maintain US Security Clearance.
- Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License, or similar qualification in manufacturing / hardware assembly
- Experience working in a machine shop - machine safety & knowledge of hand tools
- Strong intuition for the physics of basic propulsion systems, motion control systems, and heat transfer.
- Strong technical aptitude/ ability to problem solve and corroborate ideas to deal with day to day challenges
- Experience designing simple mechanical parts (CAD). Understanding of manufacturing methods (machining, sheet metal, composites, 3D printing, injection molding, etc.).
- Mechatronics experience; sensor selection, setup of data acquisition systems, assemble wire harnesses and debug/troubleshoot systems.
- Experience in the design and implementation of automotive control electronics.
Per Anduril's expansion plans, we anticipate this job will be based out of Long Beach, CA beginning late 2027. Until then, this role will operate out of Santa Ana, CA
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:
Benefits
At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you're supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.
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.
- Please always verify communications:
- Direct from Anduril: If you receive an email from one of our recruiters, it will only come from an @anduril.com address.
- Via Agency Partner: If contacted by a recruiting agency for an Anduril role, their email will clearly identify their agency. If you suspect any suspicious activity, please verify the agency's authenticity by reaching out to contact@anduril.com.
Exercise Caution with Unsolicited Outreach: If you receive any communication that appears suspicious, contains grammatical errors, or makes unusual requests, do not engage. Always confirm the sender's email domain is @anduril.com before providing any personal information or clicking on links.
What to Do If You Suspect Fraud: Should you encounter any questionable or fraudulent outreach claiming to be from Anduril, please report it immediately to contact@anduril.com. Your proactive caution is invaluable in protecting your personal information and upholding the security and trustworthiness of our recruitment efforts.
Data Privacy
To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.
By submitting your application, you consent to Anduril Industries using a third-party service provider to conduct pre-employment risk, integrity, and due diligence screening and assessing potential risks as part of your application process. This third-party service provider provides risk-intelligence services that may include analysis of sanctions and watchlists, adverse media, public-record information, and other lawful open-source or commercial data sources. This third-party service provider does not act as a consumer reporting agency. Use of this provider helps to ensure compliance with applicable laws and protect technology, intellectual property, and organizational security.
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Who's Hiring
- SpaceX11
- Virgin Galactic3
- Relativity Space3
- MACH INDUSTRIES2
- Invictus Associates2I
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in propulsion technician jobs.
- Associate degree or technical certificate in aerospace, mechanical, or propulsion engineering technology
- Hands-on experience with liquid or solid rocket propellant handling and fueling procedures
- Proficiency reading and interpreting engineering schematics, technical drawings, and system diagrams
- HAZMAT certification and familiarity with propellant safety and emergency response protocols
- Experience operating ground support equipment and propulsion test stands or firing facilities
- Active or eligibility for a DoD security clearance, commonly Secret or higher
Tips for Your Propulsion Technician Job Search
List your propellant system experience clearly
Hiring managers scan for specific propellant types you've handled, whether liquid bipropellant, solid fuel, or cold gas. Call these out explicitly in your resume's experience section rather than burying them under generic maintenance language.
Get your HAZMAT certifications documented early
Many propulsion roles require HAZMAT handling credentials before your first day. Have your certificates scanned, dated, and ready to upload when you apply, since openings sometimes ask for proof during the application itself, not just at offer.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists propulsion technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your test equipment
Propulsion technicians are often screened by the specific ground support equipment or test stands they've operated. When a posting names equipment you've used, mirror that exact terminology in your resume to pass automated screening and catch a reviewer's eye.
Prepare for hands-on technical assessments
Many employers include a bench or simulation exercise before the final interview, testing your ability to interpret schematics, troubleshoot a fault, or walk through a fueling procedure. Review your most recent standard operating procedures and be ready to narrate your diagnostic process out loud.
Negotiate your clearance timeline upfront
If a role requires a security clearance you don't yet hold, ask during the offer conversation whether the employer sponsors the application and what the typical timeline looks like for that facility. Getting this in writing protects you if the start date shifts.
Propulsion Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most propulsion technicians?
The companies hiring the most propulsion technicians right now include SpaceX, Virgin Galactic, and Relativity Space, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Aerospace primes, defense contractors, and commercial launch companies tend to drive the bulk of demand.
How many propulsion technician jobs are remote?
About 0% of propulsion technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is. The sub-areas most likely to offer any remote flexibility are documentation, technical writing support, and propulsion data analysis rather than active test or fueling operations.
How do you become a propulsion technician?
Start with an associate degree or technical certificate in aerospace technology, mechanical engineering technology, or a related discipline. Build hands-on experience through internships, military service in a propulsion or munitions specialty, or entry-level ground support roles. Earn your HAZMAT certification and familiarize yourself with propellant safety standards early, since employers treat these as baseline requirements rather than nice-to-haves.
Can you get hired as a propulsion technician with little experience?
Yes, entry-level propulsion technician roles exist, particularly at contractors that run structured apprenticeship or new-hire training programs tied to specific launch campaigns. Military veterans with propulsion, munitions, or aircraft fuel systems backgrounds are frequently recruited into these roles. Emphasize any experience with high-pressure systems, cryogenic fluids, or regulated fuel handling, even from adjacent fields like aviation or industrial gas.
What does the propulsion technician interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone or video screen focused on your hands-on background, followed by a technical interview where you walk through a fueling procedure, describe a fault you diagnosed, or interpret a schematic. Facilities with active test programs often include a site visit or practical exercise. A background investigation and medical screening are standard before any offer is finalized at clearance-required roles.
Where can I find and apply to propulsion technician jobs?
You can find and apply to propulsion technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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