Lead Space Systems Manufacturing Engineer

Anduril Industries, Inc.; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 166,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Generous PTO

Professional development reimbursement

Company-funded commuter benefits

Job summary

A defense technology company in Costa Mesa, CA is looking for a Staff Manufacturing Engineer for its Space Manufacturing team. This role involves owning the manufacturing strategy for complex spacecraft hardware, leading quality assurance, and developing manufacturing processes to meet aerospace standards. The ideal candidate has extensive manufacturing engineering experience, strong leadership skills, and a high-level understanding of aerospace electronics and processes. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in aerospace or high-reliability industries.
• Expert-level understanding of PCBA manufacturing processes.
• Strong technical communication skills with proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Own quality assurance for assigned manufacturing processes.
• Define the manufacturing strategy for spacecraft product lines.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Quality Assurance

Manufacturing Process Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Odoo

CAD/3D modeling tools

Job description

A defense technology company in Costa Mesa, CA is looking for a Staff Manufacturing Engineer for its Space Manufacturing team. This role involves owning the manufacturing strategy for complex spacecraft hardware, leading quality assurance, and developing manufacturing processes to meet aerospace standards. The ideal candidate has extensive manufacturing engineering experience, strong leadership skills, and a high-level understanding of aerospace electronics and processes. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.