Head of Imaging Manufacturing Engineering

Telemetry Today LLC; Waltham, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 220,000 - 292,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Waltham, MA is seeking a Director of Manufacturing Engineering to oversee manufacturing engineering and systems for both new product development and high‑volume production. You will lead a team to ensure rigorous processes and on‑time delivery while aligning capacity with business needs.

The role emphasizes DfM/DfA, NPI partnerships with R&D, automation, digital tools, cost reduction, and scalable supply chains, with security clearance eligibility and a competitive

Qualifications

• 12+ years in manufacturing engineering and operations.
• 5+ years in a leadership role managing manufacturing engineering teams.
• Experience owning manufacturing value chains for complex electro‑mechanical or imaging hardware — defense, aerospace, or adjacent industries preferred.
• Strong background in make‑vs‑buy analysis, contract manufacturer management, and supplier development for precision hardware.
• Experience managing NPI and scaling production in high‑growth environments with condensed timelines.
• Familiarity with optical system integration and test, precision assembly, or imaging hardware manufacturing.
• Knowledge of automation, advanced manufacturing technologies, and digital manufacturing tools.
• Familiarity with quality systems (ISO 9001/AS9100) and PLM, MES, and ERP systems.
• Hands‑on experience manufacturing hardware (assembly, soldering, machining, fabrication).
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Build & Lead the Manufacturing Engineering Team: Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of manufacturing engineers and staff.
• Drive Manufacturing Strategy & Technology: Develop long-term strategy and drive automation and digital tools for efficiency and scalability.
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI): Partner with R&D to transition new products to production and apply DfM/DfA principles early.
• Scale Production Capability: Plan supply chain, production, and test optimizations to meet output goals.
• Drive Continuous Improvement & Complexity Reduction: Improve yield, reduce cycle time, and lower costs across the value chain.
• Resource & Budget Management: Manage budgets, staffing, and capital equipment, including classified environments.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Manufacturing context

Digital manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Master's degree or MBA preferred

Tools

PLM

MES

ERP systems

Job description

Anduril Industries in Waltham, MA is seeking a Director of Manufacturing Engineering to oversee manufacturing engineering and systems for both new product development and high‑volume production. You will lead a team to ensure rigorous processes and on‑time delivery while aligning capacity with business needs.

The role emphasizes DfM/DfA, NPI partnerships with R&D, automation, digital tools, cost reduction, and scalable supply chains, with security clearance eligibility and a competitive