Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer – High-Rate Production

Anduril Industries

Costa Mesa (CA)

On-site

USD 166,000 - 220,000

Full time

9 hours ago

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Job summary

Anduril Industries seeks a Staff Manufacturing Engineer to advance automated manufacturing systems across nationwide factories. You will develop automated production processes, drive DFM/DFA, and lead cross-functional teams to improve throughput, quality, and cost.

Ideal candidates bring 12+ years in manufacturing with automation focus, experience with robotics/CNC/additive tech, and a proven ability to mentor engineers while delivering high-rate production solutions.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
12+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering with a focus on automation.
Experience with CAD/CAM software, preferably NX or similar.
Strong DFM/DFA knowledge and applying it to automated production.
Familiarity with automated manufacturing technologies (robotics, CNC, additive manufacturing, automated inspection).
Excellent problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Track record of leading end-to-end automated process development across multiple production lines.
Experience integrating automation, robotics, or advanced metrology into manufacturing workflows.
Experience defining process and DFM/DFA standards and mentoring engineers.

Responsibilities

Develop automated solutions to production processes from concept through production.
Drive DFM/DFA to enable high-rate production.
Audit current production capabilities to identify throughput, quality, cost, and safety improvements.
Design, develop, and implement robust automated manufacturing processes.
Specify, procure, and validate tooling, fixtures, and equipment for process requirements.
Create manufacturing docs: work instructions, flow diagrams, control plans.
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
Evaluate new manufacturing technologies and automation methodologies.
Manage projects related to process improvement, automation, and capacity expansion.
Provide technical support and train production teams on new processes and equipment.
Set automation standards and DFM/DFA best practices across programs.
Mentor engineers and drive continuous improvement across facilities.