NPI Engineer, Actuators

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Anduril Industries in California is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and scale automated lines for new and existing products. You will drive assembly-line concepts to production, optimize processes, and help launch high-performance electromechanical systems.

We value hands-on experience with actuators or drive systems, NX CAD proficiency, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, evolving defense technology environment. Equity grants and strong benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field, or equivalent.
• Experience launching a manufacturing assembly line from concept to production with actuators or drive systems.
• 3+ years in manufacturing/design of mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical systems, with at least 1 year on motors/actuators.
• Proficiency in NX CAD for test fixture design and design for manufacturability considerations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop new highly automated manufacturing and pilot lines from concept to production for new and existing products.
• Drive development of new/innovative manufacturing processes from proof of concept through full-scale production.
• Plan and execute DoEs to characterize boundary conditions and optimize process for manufacturability and quality.
• Own design/manufacturing liaison relationship to optimize product from an automation standpoint prior to release.
• Drive equipment and process optimization to increase yield, throughput, and availability while reducing cost and lead-time.
• Manage installation, qualification, and ramp of development lines.
• Generate machine specifications, standards, and documentation.

Skills

Manufacturing process development

Automation

Problem solving

Adaptability

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or related field

Tools

NX CAD

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.

What You’ll Do

• Develop new highly automated manufacturing and pilot lines from concept to production for new and existing products.
• Drive development of new/innovative manufacturing processes from proof of concept through to full scale production that enable improved battery performance and/or cost
• Plan and Execute DoEs to characterize boundary conditions and optimize process for manufacturability and quality
• Own design/manufacturing liaison relationship to optimize product from an automation standpoint prior to release.
• Drive equipment and process optimization to increase yield, throughput, and availability while reducing cost and lead‑time
• Manage installation, qualification, and ramp of development lines
• Generate machine specifications, standards, and documentation

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience developing and launching a manufacturing assembly line from concept to production with actuators or drive systems.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing and design of mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical systems, with at least 1 year specifically focused on electric motors or electromechanical actuators.
• Proficiency in CAD software, specifically NX, for test fixture design, with an understanding of design for manufacturability for various methods (e.g., CNC, 3D printing).
• A strong sense of urgency and adaptability in a fast‑paced, rapidly evolving environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or other scripting languages for data analysis and test automation.
• Familiarity with project and documentation management tools like Jira and Confluence.
• Experience in the aerospace, defense, or robotics industry.

US Salary Range

$129,000—$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:

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.