Manufacturing Specialist, Space

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Comprehensive benefits package

Career development support

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA, is seeking a Manufacturing Specialist to join the Space team. You will assemble flight and non-flight hardware, build test racks and electrical ground support equipment, and support PCBA, unit, and vehicle-level build, integration, and test campaigns.

The role requires mechanical and electrical assembly expertise, precision measurement, schematic interpretation, soldering, and tool proficiency, with collaboration across engineers to improve tooling,

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace/high-reliability industries.
• Experience with MES systems.
• Certifications such as IPC-A-620, IPC-A-610, NASA 8739-4, J-STD-001 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assemble flight and non-flight hardware adhering to quality standards.
• Construct test racks and electrical ground support equipment.
• Support PCBA, unit-level and vehicle-level integration and test campaigns.

Skills

Aerospace experience

MES experience

Security clearance

Electrical assembly

Solders and troubleshooting

Tooling design collaboration

Process development

High-precision measurement

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP

MRP

Job description

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 Space team is dedicated to expanding our AI-powered capabilities into the final frontier, enhancing Space Domain Awareness, Space Control, and Command and Control for U.S. military and allied partners. We’re developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are looking for a Manufacturing Specialist to join our rapidly growing team in Costa Mesa, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for the assembly and integration of ground support equipment, flight components, and integrated systems that are vital to our aerospace and defense operations. You will assemble flight and non-flight hardware, construct test racks and electrical ground support equipment, and support PCBA, unit, and vehicle-level build, integration, and test campaigns. This will require expertise in mechanical and electrical assembly, precision measuring, interpreting schematics, soldering and electrical troubleshooting, and proficiency with both power and hand tools. If you are someone who thrives in a high-precision, fast-paced environment and is committed to excellence, continuous improvement, and quality, then this role is for you.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assemble flight and non-flight hardware, ensuring adherence to stringent quality standards.
• Construct test racks and electrical ground support equipment for integration and testing.
• Support PCBA, unit level (avionics and EO/IR), and vehicle-level build, integration, and test campaigns, contributing to successful operational outcomes.
• Collaborate with engineers to design and implement tooling solutions that enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality.
• Develop processes for electrical tests and checkouts, as well as mechanical assembly and development processes.
• Investigate and resolve non-conformances, providing feedback for continuous improvement.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments to ensure components meet specifications.
• Interpret schematics and provide constructive feedback to engineering teams to improve designs.
• Employ soldering and electrical troubleshooting skills to diagnose and fix issues efficiently.
• Maintain familiarity with machinery and various power and hand tools, applying high precision in all tasks.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years experience in aerospace, aviation, military, or other high-reliability industries.
• Experience working with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Hold or acquire certifications such as IPC-A-620, IPC-A-610, NASA 8739-4, J-STD-001, or equivalent as required.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 6+ years experience in aerospace, aviation, military, or other high-reliability industries.
• Experience working within a cleanroom environment
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• A proactive mindset with a commitment to quality and excellence in all aspects of manufacturing.
• Experience working satellites & spacecraft hardware
• Harness design & schematic drawing capability
• Experience with assembling avionics and EO/IR instruments
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Material Resource Planning (MRP)
• Experience with assembling electro-optical instruments
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other technical discipline

US Salary Range

$99,000—$130,000 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:

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.