Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

Anduril-1; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our Manufacturing Automation team in Costa Mesa, CA. You will develop automated solutions for production with design and manufacturing colleagues to enable high-rate production.

You will audit existing processes, design tooling, document workflows, and lead projects to improve throughput, quality, cost and safety while training production staff on new systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 4+ years in manufacturing or process engineering focusing on automation.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software (NX preferred).
• Solid DFA/DFM knowledge and applying it to automated production.
• Experience with robotics, CNC, or additive manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated solutions for production with design and manufacturing teams.
• Drive DFM/DFA for high-rate production.
• Audit current production for throughput, quality, cost, and safety.
• Design and implement robust automated processes.
• Specify and validate tooling, fixtures, and equipment.
• Create manufacturing docs like work instructions and control plans.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Evaluate new automation technologies and methods.
• Manage automation and capacity-expansion projects.
• Provide production support and train staff on new processes.

Skills

Automation experience

CAD/CAM NX

DFM/DFA

Robotics

Manufacturing engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

NX CAD/CAM

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Automation

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 Automation team is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The Manufacturing Automation team is responsible for the design, integration, and deployment of automated manufacturing systems across Anduril factories. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to help define what production automation looks like for Anduril at a national scale.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop automated solutions to production processes in partnership with design and manufacturing teams, from concept through production
• Drive design for manufacturing and design for assembly (DFM/DFA), using automation fundamentals, to develop products ready for high rate production.
• Conduct automation audit of current production capabilities to identify opportunities for improvement in throughput, quality, cost, and safety
• Design, develop, and implement robust, efficient, and high-quality automated manufacturing processes
• Specify, design, procure, and validate tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment to support process requirements
• Develop manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and control plans
• Conduct root cause analysis for manufacturing defects, non-conformances, or process inefficiencies, and implement effective corrective and preventive actions
• Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and automation methodologies
• Manage projects related to manufacturing process improvement, automation, and capacity expansion
• Provide technical support to production teams and train personnel on new processes and equipment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering, with a focus on automation
• Experience with CAD/CAM software, preferably NX or similar
• Solid DFM/DFA knowledge and experience applying it to automated production
• Familiarity with automated manufacturing technologies (robotics, CNC machining, additive manufacturing, automated inspection)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 6+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering with a focus on automation
• Experience integrating automation, robotics, or advanced metrology systems (e.g., CMM, optical scanning) into manufacturing workflows
• Experience designing and fabricating tooling, jigs, and fixtures
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Owned end-to-end equipment development and implementation

US Salary Range

$115,000 - $171,000 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 .