Manufacturing Engineer, Composites Development

Anduril Industries, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 99,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in North Carolina seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to advance composite design and manufacturing for multiple programs. You will iterate with IPTs, translate designs into manufacturable processes, and develop work instructions and MBOMs.

This role requires hands-on collaboration with technicians and engineers, experience reading drawings with GD&T, and proficiency in CAD/CAM NX. US Person status is required to access export-controlled data; relocation not specified.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a relevant field, preferably with a focus on one or more composite manufacturing methods.
• A genuine interest in manufacturing and thirst for learning.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings including GD&T.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (NX preferred).
• Experience with MS Office and/or project management software skills.
• Demonstrated in‑kind or direct team leadership skills, with backing examples.
• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data.

Responsibilities

• Work with technicians and other engineers hands-on, building novel designs of anything between a Group 1 UAVs to an XL-UAV with a focus on appropriate composite design and manufacturing methods in mind.
• Work with design engineering teams in the design phase to influence decision points that enable higher level of manufacturability prior to initial design release
• Work with technicians and other engineers hands-on, building composite components and tooling in close conjunction with design engineering teams
• Write manufacturing documentation, such as work instructions, MBOMs, quality plans, inspection requirements, non-conformances, while also completing said work instructions, quality plans, and inspections alongside a team of technicians and inspectors
• Work as a conduit between the engineering technical data packages and the technicians to ensure composite hardware and tooling are manufactured as designed/analyzed
• Solve manufacturing problems in schedule-driven environment under the constraints of detailed specifications and requirements to achieve the needed quality, delivered on schedule
• Develop manufacturing processes to lower risk as the product moves from its prototype/LRIP phase into FRP
• Work with the Program Managers to inform critical decision points to ensure on-time delivery
• Drive RCCAs alongside the quality team to eliminate production blockers and recurring issues

Skills

CAD/CAM NX

MS Office

Project management software

Reading GD&T drawings

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or technology related field

Tools

TeamCenter

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer, Composites Development

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 Manufacturing team is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team to support Anduril Composites branch in North Carolina. This Manufacturing Team is responsible for rapidly iterating and building cutting-edge composite parts and assemblies for numerous business lines across Anduril. This role encompasses everything in the manufacturing value-chain, including, but not limited to, MBOM Management, Work Instruction creation, Design for Manufacturability work, work cell optimization, tool design & selection, process creation & optimization, vendor sourcing & interaction, quality planning, and work documentation associated with the composite and metallic structures.

ABOUT THE JOB

The right person for this role can demonstrate experience in taking a novel design and iterating with different IPTs (Design, Supply Chain, Quality, etc) to reach a manufacturable product. This person has an understanding of composite failure modes that are considered in the initial design and how those translate to manufacturing methods used on the end product.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Work with technicians and other engineers hands-on, building novel designs of anything between a Group 1 UAVs to an XL-UAV with a focus on appropriate composite design and manufacturing methods in mind
• Work with design engineering teams in the design phase to influence decision points that enable higher level of manufacturability prior to initial design release
• Work with technicians and other engineers hands-on, building composite components and tooling in close conjunction with design engineering teams
• Write manufacturing documentation, such as work instructions, MBOMs, quality plans, inspection requirements, non-conformances, while also completing said work instructions, quality plans, and inspections alongside a team of technicians and inspectors
• Work as a conduit between the engineering technical data packages and the technicians to ensure composite hardware and tooling are manufactured as designed/analyzed
• Solve manufacturing problems in schedule-driven environment under the constraints of detailed specifications and requirements to achieve the needed quality, delivered on schedule
• Develop manufacturing processes to lower risk as the product moves from its prototype/LRIP phase into FRP
• Work with the Program Managers to inform critical decision points to ensure on-time delivery
• Drive RCCAs alongside the quality team to eliminate production blockers and recurring issues

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of experience in a relevant field, preferably with a focus on one or more composite manufacturing methods
• A genuine interest in manufacturing and thirst for learning
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings including GD&T
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (NX preferred)
• Experience with MS Office and/or project management software skills
• Demonstrated in‑kind or direct team leadership skills, with backing examples
• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or technology related field
• Experience supporting aerospace, defense, automotive, and/or energetics facilities
• Experience working within a AS9100/NADCAP accredited manufacturing facility
• Proficiency in TeamCenter for digital manufacturing processes
• Experience in multiple composite manufacturing processes including (but not limited to): filament winding, autoclave processing, VARTM, prepregs, and hydraulic press processing
• Understanding of CNC Machining operation and limitations - 5-axis routers, lathes, mills, etc

US Salary Range

$99,000 - $152,000 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:

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.

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